I’m always looking for meals that I can cook in my slow cooker, ones my family asks for time and again and can be used in other recipes as well.
This Chipotle Pepper Crockpot Shredded Beef hit the mark. It turned out so good, I had to share it as a Slow Cooker Sunday recipe.
Chipotle Pepper Crockpot Shredded Beef Recipe
I’m warning you up front……little kids may not like this. It was spicy. Not “make your eyes water or your nose run spicy” but it had a kick to it that my son probably wouldn’t have liked when he was small. I would say it’s equivalent to a medium salsa spicy. It was the Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce. I have never cooked with them before, but that’s going to change. The sweet smokey little can of these peppers smells so wonderful! I added about 5 of the peppers, but you could reduce the amount to reduce the amount of kick.
Typically, we are not a left overs type of family, unless it’s Chinese food or pizza. But when I make my Copy Cat Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken or my Slow Cooker Chili, we save the left overs. This Chiptole pepper Shredded Beef is now on the list to save as left overs.
We had burritos the first night using the uncooked tortillas……..but we of course cook them before eating. I use the Tortilla Land brand since it’s the only uncooked tortilla in my grocery. These are SO yummy! If you can’t find them in your area, I found the Tortilla Land brand in corn and another brand for the flour on Amazon. (these images as well as the ones at the bottom of the post, contain a referral affiliate link. All that means is that I will receive a teeny tiny % of your purchase if you choose to purchase. I am required by law to disclose this information)
As mentioned, we saved the left overs. My husband treats beef like it has a crown……as he should since this roast was $22. It was great for making a shredded beef salad the next day. I can also see using it in a burrito bowl, or a chili or taco soup.
Chipotle Pepper Crockpot Shredded Beef
Ingredients
- 1 Chuck Roast (mine was about 3 1/2 lbs)
- 1 1/2 Cups Beef Broth
- 5 or 6 Chipotle peppers
- 1 Tablespoon Chipotle Pepper Adobe Sauce from the same can
- Juice of one lime (about 3 tablespoons if using store bought)
- 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 Cloves Garlic - diced or pressed with a garlic press
- 1 teaspoon sea salt - regular salt works too
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Place all your ingredients into the crockpot, except for the beef. Stir to blend all the spices with the broth.
- Place the beef on top.
- I use a small ladle to spoon some of the sauce over the beef.
- Place the lid on top and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours.
- Once it's done, take the roast out and place it in a baking dish. Use 2 forks to shred the beef.
- Place the shredded beef back into the crockpot and mix with the juices.
- Use tongs or a slotted spoon to use for burritos, salads, soups and more!
For your convenience, here are a few items that I used for this recipe.
- Citrus Squeezer
– Money well spent. I just received one for Christmas and LOVE it! I squeeze lemons and limes daily for my water and this works like a charm!
- Smoked Paprika
– This spice will change your life. I use it in my own taco seasoning, soups, burritos……anything I want a bit of smokey flavor. - Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
– My new love
- Crock-Pot
– I love love love my crockpot. I have the 5 quart size
- Garlic Peeler, 5 1/2 Inches
– Where have you been all my life? Just roll the garlic inside this little tube and Voila, it magically falls out unpeeled!
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Regina says
Last week I made the Copycat Café Rio Chicken. My family loved it! Now I went to get the recipe again and for some reason it’s giving me an error message and can’t find the page. Can you help me?!
Kim says
Here it is! http://todayscreativeblog.net/cafe-rio-recipe/
Lynette says
What size chuck roast did you use?
Kim says
Mine was about 3.5 – 4 lbs. We just buy the typical size offered.
Lynette says
Thank you! I look forward to trying this recipe this week.
Jackie says
Thank you for the fabulous recipe and gorgeous pictures! Looks delish!
Kim says
Thank you!