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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
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A quick and tender Slow Cooker Shredded Beef recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth dish perfect for easy weeknight meals or meal prep, delivering rich, deep flavors in less time than traditional slow cooker methods.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and season all sides generously with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. This dry rub helps form the base flavor and creates a savory crust when browned.
  2. Brown the beef: In a hot skillet, sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned. This step locks in juices and enhances the final taste with caramelized nuances.
  3. Build the sauce: Place chopped onions and minced garlic at the bottom of your slow cooker. Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth, stirring to combine before placing the beef on top.
  4. Slow cook efficiently: Cover and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or low for 7 to 8 hours, depending on your time frame. The beef is done when it easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Shred and mix: Remove the beef and shred it using two forks. Return shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir it into the juices. Let it soak for 10-15 minutes on warm before serving to intensify flavors.

Notes

  • Brown for flavor: Never skip searing the beef to develop richer taste and better texture.
  • Use fresh garlic and onion: Fresher aromatics make a huge difference in brightness and depth.
  • Don’t overcook: Keep an eye on timing to avoid overly dry beef, which can happen if cooked too long even in moist environments.
  • Skim excess fat: After cooking, remove excess fat for a cleaner, healthier dish.
  • Rest before shredding: Let the beef sit a few minutes when done to retain juices while shredding.

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