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Slow Cooker Beef Machaca

Slow Cooker Beef Machaca
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Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Slow Cooker Beef Machaca, a delightful take on traditional Mexican cuisine. This dish features tender, shredded beef infused with a medley of spices, resulting in a mouthwatering filling perfect for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. With minimal prep time and effortless slow cooking, this recipe is ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prepping for the week ahead. Each bite promises warmth and satisfaction, making it a household favorite that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 to 3 pound chuck roast
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1½ teaspoons salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can)
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with chilies
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 whole lime (juiced)
  • corn or flour tortillas
  • Shredded Mexican Style Blend Cheese
  • diced onions
  • shredded lettuce
  • sour cream

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season generously with chili powder, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cayenne.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the seasoned roast until browned on all sides.
  3. Transfer the roast to your slow cooker and add diced bell pepper, minced garlic, chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, diced tomatoes with chilies, beef broth, and lime juice.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  5. Shred the beef using two forks and blend the remaining cooking liquid until smooth. Return shredded beef to the sauce and mix well before serving.

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