Crock Pot Beef Barbecue

This Crock Pot Beef Barbecue is a juicy and flavorful recipe, which uses beef chuck roast and barbecue sauce. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Barbecue Ingredients

• 1 (4 lb.) beef chuck roast
• 1 (1.25 oz.) mild chili seasoning packet
• 1 cup prepared barbecue sauce, divided
• 10 hamburger buns
• Favorite toppings such as cheese, pickles, onions or coleslaw (optional)

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Barbecue

1. Season the roast: Rub the chili seasoning all over the beef chuck roast.
2. Add to slow cooker: Place the seasoned roast in the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
3. Pour in sauce: Pour 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce over the top of the roast.
4. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart.
5. Shred and mix: Shred the beef with two forks and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce.
6. Assemble sandwiches: Serve the shredded beef on hamburger buns with your choice of toppings.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use a different cut of beef? Yes, brisket or bottom round can also work, but chuck roast gives the best balance of tenderness and flavor.
• How to make it spicy: Add a dash of hot sauce or use a spicy BBQ sauce to increase the heat level.
• What’s the best way to shred beef? Use two forks or meat shredding claws for easy and even shredding.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, prepare it a day in advance and reheat in a slow cooker or on the stove with a bit of broth.
• How to keep it warm for parties: Leave it on the “warm” setting in your slow cooker until ready to serve.

What To Serve With BBQ Beef Sandwiches

These sandwiches pair perfectly with classic BBQ sides:

• Coleslaw or potato salad
• Baked beans or corn on the cob
• Macaroni salad or pasta salad
• Pickles and kettle chips
• Sweet tea or lemonade

How To Store BBQ Beef

Refrigerate: Store leftover beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Freeze cooled shredded beef in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

BBQ Beef Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 433
• Fat: 18.9g
• Saturated Fat: 7.1g
• Cholesterol: 89.6mg
• Sodium: 616mg
• Potassium: 483mg
• Carbohydrates: 29g
• Fiber: 1.2g
• Sugar: 10.6g
• Protein: 34g
• Calcium: 84mg
• Iron: 3.3mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use pork instead of beef?
Yes, pork shoulder or pork butt also works great with this method and BBQ sauce.

How to make it gluten-free?
Use a gluten-free BBQ sauce and serve on gluten-free buns.

Do I need to sear the meat first?
No, searing is optional. This recipe is designed to be quick and simple.

What’s the best BBQ sauce to use?
Use your favorite brand—sweet, smoky, tangy, or spicy all work depending on your taste.

Can I cook it on high?
Yes, cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours, but low and slow yields more tender meat.

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