Tender Crock Pot Shredded Beef Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Meal
An easy, no-fuss slow cooker shredded beef recipe using just five simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, this tender beef is juicy, flavorful, and versatile for sandwiches, rice, or other dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 hours (low) or 4-5 hours (high)
- Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes (low) or 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 cup beef broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 packet onion soup mix (about 1 oz)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Pat the beef chuck roast dry and trim any excess fat if desired.
- Optional: Brown the roast in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Place the roast in the slow cooker. Sprinkle onion soup mix and garlic powder evenly over the top.
- Pour Worcestershire sauce and beef broth around the roast, avoiding washing off the seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Remove the roast and shred the beef using two forks or meat claws.
- Return shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir into the juices. Let sit on warm for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Browning the beef before slow cooking adds depth of flavor but is optional. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain temperature. If cooking liquid is too thin after shredding, reduce it on the stovetop to thicken. Variations include adding spices for Mexican or Korean flavors, or stirring in barbecue sauce during the last hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup shredded
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 35
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