Description
A hands-off slow cooker shredded beef recipe infused with Mediterranean flavors like garlic, oregano, and lemon, perfect for meal prep and versatile meals.
Ingredients
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast or brisket
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120ml) beef broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Optional: splash of red wine
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat from the chuck roast and pat dry. Optionally sear in a hot skillet with olive oil for about 3 minutes per side.
- Sauté sliced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. This step is optional.
- Place the beef at the bottom of the crockpot. Add sautéed onions and garlic, diced tomatoes with juice, beef broth, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, flipping the beef halfway through cooking. Alternatively, cook on high for 5-6 hours.
- Transfer the beef to a plate or cutting board and shred with two forks. Return shredded beef to the crockpot and soak in juices on warm for 10 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, lemon juice, or red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
[‘Searing the beef before slow cooking adds caramelized depth of flavor.’, ‘Use fresh lemon juice for brightness; bottled lemon juice is not recommended.’, ‘Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 190°F (88°C) for shredding.’, ‘Let the beef rest for 5 minutes after cooking before shredding to keep it juicy.’, ‘Add extra beef broth if you prefer more sauce.’, ‘Slow cooker liners can save cleanup time without affecting flavor.’, ‘Avoid opening the lid during cooking to maintain temperature and tenderness.’]
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup shredded
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 35
Keywords: crockpot shredded beef, slow cooker beef, Mediterranean meal prep, healthy beef recipe, easy dinner, shredded beef recipe