Crock Pot Green Chili Beef

This Crock Pot Green Chili Beef is a tender and flavorful recipe, which uses green enchilada sauce and boneless beef roast. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 7 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Green Chili Beef Ingredients

• 2.5 to 3 pound boneless lean beef roast (chuck, cross rib, or bottom round)
• 1 large sweet yellow onion (or 2 small), halved and sliced into ½-inch slices
• 4 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, divided
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 15-ounce can mild to medium green enchilada sauce (like Hatch Green Chile Enchilada Sauce)

How To Make Crock Pot Green Chili Beef

1. Prep the beef and onions: Slice the beef roast in half. Place sliced onions in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of brown sugar.
2. Make the seasoning rub: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar with smoked paprika, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
3. Season the beef: Rub 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the beef pieces. Coat all sides with the spice mix, pressing it in well.
4. Sear the beef: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear beef on all sides for about 2 minutes each to develop a crust.
5. Slow cook: Place seared beef over the onions in the crock pot. Pour enchilada sauce over the top. Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
6. Shred and serve: Remove beef and onions using a slotted spoon. Shred the meat with two forks and mix with some of the slow cooker sauce. Serve as desired.

Recipe Tips

• What cut of beef is best for slow cooking? Chuck roast, cross rib, or bottom round work great for shredding.
• How spicy is this dish? It’s mild to medium, but you can adjust the cayenne to your heat preference.
• Do I have to sear the beef first? Searing adds flavor, but you can skip it if you’re short on time.
• How to make it less saucy: Shred the beef separately and add only a portion of the sauce back in.
• Can I make it ahead? Yes, it reheats beautifully and tastes even better the next day.

What To Serve With Green Chili Beef

This shredded beef is super versatile and pairs well with:

• Warm flour or corn tortillas
• Burrito bowls with rice and beans
• Cheddar mashed potatoes
• Cilantro lime rice
• Roasted corn or street corn salad

How To Store Green Chili Beef

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Freeze cooled shredded beef with some sauce in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Green Chili Beef Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 307 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Protein: 33g
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 88mg
• Sodium: 986mg
• Sugar: 12g
• Fiber: 2g

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

FAQs

Can I use pork instead of beef for this recipe?
Yes, pork shoulder or butt works just as well.

Is enchilada sauce the same as green chili sauce?
They’re similar, but enchilada sauce is smoother and better for slow cooking.

Can I make this spicier?
Add more cayenne or use a hot green enchilada sauce.

Can I cook this on high heat instead of low?
You can, but low and slow yields the most tender beef.

Why is my beef tough after slow cooking?
It likely needs more time—make sure it shreds easily before removing it.

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• Crock Pot Gluten Free Beef Stroganoff
• Crock Pot Gluten Free Beef Stew
• Crock Pot Frozen Roast Beef