These crock pot beef tacos are a regular request in our house…and if you have teenagers like I do, you know that’s saying something. The beef is cooked low and slow until it’s tender and full of that bold, taco truck style flavor my kids can’t get enough of. It’s an easy, hands-off dinner that makes everyone happy, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a casual family taco night. Set out the toppings, grab the tortillas, and watch these beef tacos disappear fast.
To make these incredible beef tacos, season the chuck roast with half of the seasonings. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil then sear the chuck roast for 2-3 minutes per side.
When the roast is browned on each side, add the orange juice, lime juice, broth and remaining seasonings, to the crock pot and mix well, then add the chuck roast.
Cook on low for 8 hours or until tender. When you’re ready to eat, remove the roast and shred it with a fork before adding it back to the crock pot.
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-Ashton
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Crock Pot Beef Tacos
Equipment
- Crock Pot or Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 Chuck Roast 3-4 pounds
- 1/2 Cup Orange Juice
- 1/4 Cup Lime Juice
- 2 Cups Beef or Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 2 TBSP Olive Oil
- Diced Onion for serving
- Cilantro for serving
- Corn Tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with half of the seasonings.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Sear the chuck roast for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add the orange juice, lime juice, broth and remaining seasonings, to the crock pot and mix well, then add the chuck roast.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until tender.
- Remove the roast and shred it with a fork before adding it back to the crock pot.
- Assemble the tacos with corn tortillas and your favorite toppings. Pro tip: you can use the remaining liquid from the crock pot to dip the tacos in.
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Hi! I’m Ashton, a food blogger and meal-planning enthusiast helping busy families make dinnertime easier. I share family-friendly recipes, themed movie nights, and monthly meal planners designed to save time, reduce stress, and bring simple joy back to the kitchen. Thanks for being here!