Description
Savor the rich and smoky flavors of this BBQ pulled beef, slow-cooked to perfection. This dish is versatile, perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice, and is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Sear on all sides until browned (about 5 minutes per side).
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add beef broth, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred and Serve: Remove the beef from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot. Mix well with the juices and additional BBQ sauce if desired. Serve on buns or over rice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the beef overnight in the seasoning mixture.
- Adjust the BBQ sauce according to your taste—spicy, sweet, or tangy options all work great!
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (slow cooker)
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g