Looking for a hassle-free dinner? Look no further than this tender and delicious Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef! With just 4 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, it's ideal for serving a crowd. Plus, it can be used in so many ways!
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time7 hourshrs15 minutesmins
Total Time7 hourshrs30 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, crockpot
Servings: 16servings
Calories: 206kcal
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Ingredients
4-5poundschuck tender roast
3tablespoonsbarbecue seasoningor salt and black pepper
8ouncesbeef broth
2cupsbarbecue sauce
4tablespoonsbuttersliced
Instructions
Season the roast on both sides with barbecue seasoning or salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet on high heat. Once hot, sear the seasoned roast 2-3 minutes per side.
To the Crockpot, add broth and barbecue sauce and whisk until combined. Add the roast to the Crockpot, then place butter slices on top.
Cover and cook on low 7-8 hours or until the beef easily shreds apart with 2 forks. Serve as desired.
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Pro Tips and Substitutions
To Sear or Not to Sear: Searing the roast first is optional, but I do recommend it as it provides great color, texture and flavor!
Seasoning Adjustments: For a spicier kick, add a bit of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes. Add a couple drops of liquid smoke for that backyard bbq flavor! You can get even more creative with the flavors by using different store-bough or homemade seasonings! Here's a homemade basic bbq seasoning blend you can make from scratch:
1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
Sauce Options: Use your favorite barbecue sauce, whether it's store-bought or homemade. Here's a basic homemade BBQ sauce you can make:
1 cup ketchup, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup packed brown sugar packed, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon mustard or Dijon Mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Meat Options: While a beef chuck roast is ideal, you can also use beef brisket or rump roast. You can also substitute the beef with boneless skinless chicken or pork shoulder.