Mexican Shredded Beef {Easy, Crock Pot or Instant Pot Recipe}

Name: Mexican Shredded Beef {Easy, Crock Pot or Instant Pot Recipe}
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3.5-4 lb chuck roast, boneless; 1/2 cup beef broth; 2 Tbsp tomato paste; 1 lime, juiced; 2 Tbsp chili powder ((I used McCormick brand)); 1/2 Tbsp onion powder; 1-2 tsp salt (*We usually use 2 tsp, or ½ tsp salt per pound of beef. But see notes first!); 2 tsp cumin; 2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper ((optional, for added heat)); 1/2 tsp paprika

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:8h

Flavor packed Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Beef, made with just a roast and a few pantry staples! This easy no-fuss recipe is great for those on the go, and can be used in tacos, burritos, taquitos, quesadillas, and more! (Instant Pot and Stove-top Instructions included in notes.)

Updated at: Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:40:14 GMT