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Slow Cooker Beef Tacos

Slow Cooker Beef Tacos That Bring Comfort to Your Table

These Slow Cooker Beef Tacos are a comforting delight, transforming a chuck roast into a tender, flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 tacos
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2-4 pounds Beef pot roast any cut like chuck or sirloin tip works beautifully for shredding
For the Sauce
  • 1 can (28 oz) Canned tomatoes, diced adds a fresh, juicy element to your dish
  • 1 can (5 ½-6 oz) Tomato paste thickens the sauce and intensifies the tomato flavor
  • 1 cup Sweet onion, diced provides a lovely sweetness when cooked down
  • 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced enhances the flavor profile with its aromatic touch
  • 1-2 tablespoons Italian seasoning or taco seasoning choose based on your flavor preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances all the natural flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adds a touch of warmth and depth to the dish
For Serving
  • 10 pieces Soft flour tortillas or crunchy taco shells choose your favorite base
  • 1 cup Cheese, shredded optional, add as much or as little as you like
  • Sour cream as needed, optional
  • 2 Green onions, thinly sliced for a refreshing crunch and burst of color, optional
  • Tomatoes, diced optional
  • Lettuce, shredded or chopped optional
  • Jalapeños to taste, optional

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Large pot

Method
 

Steps to Make Tacos
  1. Season the beef pot roast generously with salt, pepper, and either Italian or taco seasoning. Coat all sides well.
  2. Sear the beef in a large pot over medium heat, adding a splash of oil. Brown the meat on all sides for about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the same pot until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Combine the canned tomatoes and tomato paste into the pot, stirring well to blend all ingredients together.
  5. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, cooking the beef gently for around 6-8 hours, until fork-tender.
  6. Shred the cooked beef using two forks and combine it with the flavorful sauce in the pot.
  7. Serve your beef mixture in warm tortillas or crunchy taco shells, allowing family to add their favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of flavor and color. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card below.

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