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Tender Chuck Roast Tacos Recipe Easy Weeknight Dinner for Family

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This recipe features slow-cooked chuck roast seasoned with smoky spices, resulting in tender, flavorful meat perfect for easy and satisfying weeknight tacos. Ideal for busy families, it offers a comforting meal with minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs chuck roast (1.3–1.8 kg), with good marbling
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth (240 ml)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp chipotle powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Corn or flour tortillas, as needed

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, chipotle powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice mix all over the roast, pressing gently to adhere. (10 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the chuck roast and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. (10-12 minutes)
  3. Remove the roast and set aside. In the same pot, add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant. (6 minutes)
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to remove raw taste. Pour in 1 cup beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. (5 minutes)
  5. Return the chuck roast to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 3 to 3.5 hours, turning occasionally, until fork-tender. (3-3.5 hours)
  6. Transfer the roast to a plate and shred finely using two forks or meat claws. Return shredded meat to the pot, mixing with cooking juices. (10 minutes)
  7. Stir in fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. (5 minutes)
  8. Warm corn or flour tortillas on a dry skillet or in the oven until soft and pliable. (5 minutes)
  9. Assemble tacos by piling shredded chuck roast onto warm tortillas and adding favorite toppings like diced onions, avocado, or cheese.

Notes

Pat meat dry before searing to get a good crust. Use low and slow heat to achieve tender shreddable meat. If cooking juices are too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce. Slow cooker can be used as an alternative. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas or lettuce wraps. Fresh lime juice and cilantro brighten flavors at the end.

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Keywords: chuck roast tacos, slow cooked beef tacos, easy weeknight dinner, family meal, tender beef tacos, smoky spice rub, shredded beef tacos

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