Chili Lime Mexican Shredded Beef

This Slow Cooker Chili Lime Mexican Shredded Beef is a simple and flavorful dish that's perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your favorite meals! Whether you're making tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or simply enjoying it on its own, this recipe is an easy, versatile go-to.

Ingredients:

2 pounds beef chuck roast

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies

1/4 cup lime juice

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 tablespoon cumin

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare the Slow Cooker:

Place the beef chuck roast in the bottom of your slow cooker.

Add Flavor:

Top the beef with the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced green chilies.

Season the Beef:

Pour the lime juice over the beef, then sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper on top.

Cook:

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours (or on high for 4 hours) until the beef is tender and easily shreds.

Shred the Beef:

Once cooked, use two forks to shred the beef right in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the delicious juices.

Serve:

Serve this juicy, tangy, and flavorful shredded beef in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or quesadillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor!

Tips:

This shredded beef is perfect for meal prep! Make a big batch and use it throughout the week in different meals.

Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili powder or diced green chilies to suit your taste.

🍴 Enjoy this slow-cooked, flavor-packed beef in all your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes! Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal. 🌮