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Slow Cooker Chipotle Beef


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

This slow cooker chipotle beef is tender, flavorful, and perfect for tacos or served over rice.


Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs chuck roast
  • 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
  2. Sear the chuck roast in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
  3. Remove the meat and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
  4. Blend chipotle peppers, beef broth, lime juice, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves until smooth.
  5. Return the meat to the slow cooker or Dutch oven and pour the sauce over it.
  6. Slow cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender enough to shred.

Notes

  • This dish is great for meal prep and can be made in large batches.
  • Serve with tortillas, rice, or on a salad for a delicious meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg