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Delicious homemade Chuck Roast Tacos served with fresh toppings

Chuck Roast Tacos

Chuck Roast Tacos are a delicious, hearty meal featuring tender, flavorful meat slow-cooked in a crock pot, served with fresh toppings for a satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pounds Chuck roast A well-marbled cut for tenderness and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 large White onion Sliced.
  • 4 cloves Minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing.
  • 1 can Rotel Diced tomatoes with green chilies.
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 bay leaf Bay leaf
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 12 pieces Tortillas Corn or flour based on preference.
  • 1 cup Monterey jack cheese Shredded.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sear the chuck roast and season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Place the roast in a crock pot.
  3. Slice a large white onion and sauté it with minced garlic and butter until softened.
  4. Pour the sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the roast.
  5. Add the can of Rotel, salt, pepper, cayenne, cilantro, paprika, chili pepper, cumin, bay leaf, and beef broth.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 8 hours.
  2. Once cooked, dip a tortilla in the juices from the crock pot, place it in a pan, and add Monterey jack cheese and a portion of the meat mixture.
  3. Cook the tortilla on both sides for about a minute until the cheese is melted.

Notes

To serve, allow guests to top their tacos with fresh cilantro, salsa, guacamole, chopped onions, and sliced jalapeños for an interactive meal. Make sure to sear the chuck roast for enhanced flavor and let it rest before shredding. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months, thawing before reheating.