Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef
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!
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 206kcal
Ingredients
- 4-5 pounds chuck tender roast
- 3 tablespoons barbecue seasoning or salt and black pepper
- 8 ounces beef broth
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter sliced
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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Notes
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.
Nutrition
Serving: 4oz | Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g
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