Imagine walking into your kitchen and being greeted by the most incredible aroma of tender, perfectly seasoned beef that practically melts in your mouth. This Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Burrito recipe is about to transform your dinner routine from ordinary to extraordinary! With minimal prep time and a hands-off cooking method, you'll create restaurant-quality Mexican-inspired goodness that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Get ready to unlock the secret to the most succulent, flavor-packed beef burritos you've ever tasted!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 large tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season generously with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin on all sides.
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Spread the chopped onions evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Place the seasoned beef roast on top of the onions and sprinkle minced garlic over and around the meat.
- Pour beef broth carefully around the sides of the roast, ensuring not to wash off the seasonings from the meat.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat. Cook for 8 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and easily shreddable.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the roast and transfer to a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any large pieces of fat.
- Strain the remaining liquid from the slow cooker and reserve a small amount to moisten the shredded beef if needed.
- Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix with some of the reserved cooking liquid to keep moist.
- Warm the tortillas and assemble burritos by placing shredded beef in the center, topping with shredded cheese and sour cream.
- Fold the tortillas and serve immediately while warm and fresh.
Tips
- • For maximum flavor, let the beef roast sit with seasonings for 30 minutes before cooking if time allows. • Choose a well-marbled chuck roast for the most tender and juicy results. • Don't skip straining the cooking liquid - it helps keep the meat moist without being soggy. • If you prefer spicier burritos, add a diced jalapeño with the onions or include some hot sauce. • Leftover shredded beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months. • For a low-carb option, serve the beef over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps. • Want extra richness? Add a splash of beer or red wine to the beef broth for deeper flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 120mg
