Honey Chipotle Shredded Beef Tacos
Honey Chipotle Shredded Beef Tacos are a delightful fusion of smoky chipotle and sweet honey, wrapped in warm tortillas. This easy-to-make recipe guarantees tender, flavorful beef that will impress your friends and family at any gathering. Perfect for game nights or taco Tuesdays, these tacos offer an unforgettable taste experience that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless chuck roast
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- Fresh toppings: cilantro, diced onions, sliced avocado
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping onions and cilantro.
- Sear the seasoned chuck roast in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
- Blend chipotle peppers, honey, cumin, paprika, and beef broth until smooth.
- Place the seared beef in a slow cooker and pour the sauce over it. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Shred the beef in the slow cooker and mix with the sauce.
- Warm tortillas in a pan, fill with shredded beef, and add desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Marinate the beef overnight for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken or jackfruit to create different variations. - Always warm tortillas to prevent tearing.