Description
Chuck Roast Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef enveloped in warm tortillas and topped with vibrant salsa and fresh cilantro. This easy-to-make dish transforms any meal into a festive occasion, perfect for family gatherings or taco nights. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a hit with both picky eaters and adventurous foodies alike. Prepare to impress your loved ones with these mouthwatering tacos that are sure to leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the roast to a slow cooker. Add onions, garlic, spices, and enough beef broth to cover halfway.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the meat using two forks and return it to the cooking juices.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet, then fill each with shredded beef, top with salsa and cilantro, and finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg