Chipotle Crock Pot Beef
Indulge in the smoky, tender perfection of Chipotle Crock Pot Beef—a flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is versatile. Featuring fall-apart beef chuck roast simmered low and slow in a rich blend of chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, and fragrant spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers bold, savory heat with every bite. A quick sear locks in depth of flavor before the crock pot works its magic, making this dish an effortless set-it-and-forget-it meal. Brightened with a touch of lime juice, this shredded beef is perfect for tacos, burritos, or hearty rice bowls. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for anyone seeking a stress-free, delicious dinner with a kick of Southwestern flair!
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 large onion
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Trim any excess fat from the beef chuck roast, then cut it into large chunks (about 4-6 pieces) for even cooking.
Step 2
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, and dice the onion into small pieces.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a spice paste.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the beef chunks for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. This step adds flavor to the beef.
Step 5
Transfer the seared beef to the crock pot. Pour the spice paste over the beef, ensuring every piece is evenly coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle the minced garlic and diced onion over the beef. Pour the beef broth around the sides to avoid washing off the spice mixture.
Step 7
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
Step 8
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the beef directly in the crock pot. Stir in the lime juice to brighten the flavors.
Step 9
Serve the chipotle beef warm in tacos, burritos, rice bowls, or over mashed potatoes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1949.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3841.9 |
| Total Fat 303.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 113.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 1020.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5522.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.9g | |
| Protein 253.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 282.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 40.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4494.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories