Description
Tender, juicy shredded beef slow-cooked in a rich and tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or serving over rice, this comforting crockpot classic is easy to prepare and full of deep, smoky flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
- 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet if searing the meat, or your slow cooker if it has a browning setting.
- In a bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place sliced onions and garlic at the bottom of the crockpot. Sear the chuck roast in a skillet if desired, then transfer to the crockpot.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
- Remove the beef, shred with forks or mixer, and return it to the sauce. Let it soak for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Serve warm on buns, over rice, or however you like.
Notes
- Searing the beef before slow cooking adds extra flavor depth.
- Use your favorite barbecue sauce for the best results.
- Let the shredded beef sit in the sauce before serving for maximum flavor absorption.
- Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: bbq shredded beef, crockpot shredded beef, slow cooker bbq beef, pulled beef sandwich, easy shredded beef recipe