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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos

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Slow cooked shredded beef with diced chilies, taco sauce and spices. Perfect for burritos, tacos and more!

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

There’s nothing better than a recipe that requires nothing more than throwing a few ingredients in a slow cooker. Which is why I love this Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos.

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I just wanted to say how much we loved this recipe at our house and thank you for posting it. My hubby said they were the best beef burritos heโ€™s ever eaten, and thatโ€™s high praise considering how many he has eaten in his lifetime.

Andrea

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Of course, you don’t have to just use this tender, shredded beef in burritos. It’s also great for tacos, enchiladas and quesadillas.

This is one of those great slow cooker recipes that can be used in so many different ways. But our favorite way to serve it is with flour tortillas, rice, beans, cheese, guacamole and other favorite burrito fixings.

It’s also great for game day, and even makes delicious pulled beef sandwiches. Just pile it into crusty sub buns and top with your favorite cheese and barbecue sauce.

It also freezes well, so it’s nice to keep on hand for those busy week nights when you know you won’t have time to cook!

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos

This makes enough to feed my family twice, and since it can be used in a variety of dishes, there are no complaints about leftovers.

You can use mild or medium taco sauce, whichever you prefer, and feel free to make it even spicier with the addition of more cayenne pepper.

This is pretty much one of those no-fail recipes that my whole family loves!

The beef always turns out tender and juicy, which makes this one of my go-to recipes for Tex-Mex fare.

Hopefully you’ll love this Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos as much as we do.

What Should I Serve With This Slow Cooker Beef?

Since this beef is great for Mexican-inspired food like burritos, tacos and enchiladas, I recommend a Mexican-inspired side dish.

Here are some of our favorite sides to serve with this beef.

Ingredients

  • Chuck roast – or any cut of beef that’s appropriate for low and slow cooking
  • Spices: salt and pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper
  • Produce: garlic, onion
  • Diced green chilis – from a can
  • Taco sauce – use your favorite brand

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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef for Burritos

Slow cooked shredded beef with diced chilies, taco sauce and spices is perfect for burritos, tacos, enchiladas and more!
4.46 from 24 votes
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 -10 servings
Calories: 211kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients 

  • 1 4-5 pound chuck roast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 4 oz. can diced green chilis
  • 1 16 oz. jar taco sauce

Instructions

  • Place 1 4-5 pound chuck roast, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 medium onion, diced, 1 4 oz. can diced green chilis and 1 16 oz. jar taco sauce into a lightly greased slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 6-8 hours, or on low for 10-12 hours.
  • Before serving, shred beef with a fork. Use in burritos, tacos, enchiladas or sandwiches!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 116IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg
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7 comments

  • Susan Hainline

    Made this today, husband loved it, i did double the spices and did a rub on roast night before. Will make again! Thank you.

  • OMG! I tried to edit my comment and when it wouldn’t let me, I deleted it and posted another but now that I look, it’s not here!! What the heck???!!

    Anyway, I had just wanted to say how much we loved this recipe at our house and thank you for posting it. My hubby said they were the best beef burritos he’s ever eaten, and that’s high praise considering how many he has eaten in his lifetime, lol!

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  • Mama Holli

    I am now officially stalking your blog!!! Yes I am a Blog Stalker!…..I am sending you some Link Love…posting you up on my blog today! I am SOOO HUNGRY!!! NOT FAIR!!
    Have a great cooking day!
    Mama Holli
    http://nobodyputsmamainacorner.blogspot.com/2010/05/lets-dish.html

  • Looks so yummy!! Was actually looking for a new slow cooker recipe have a really busy weekend coming up and this is perfect!! Thanks!

  • Looks so greeat…my husband would love this so much

  • Mama Holli

    Posted up this yummy Mexican recipe on Midchix under the Mama Can Cook Flock!!! Linking it back to you! Hope it brings you some new readers!
    Have a great day!

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