Classic Crockpot BBQ Pulled Beef
This recipe features tender, slow-cooked beef roast infused with a smoky and tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for sandwiches or a hearty meal.
Equipment
- large skillet or Dutch oven
- slow cooker
- medium bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
- two forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 lb boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned.
- Place chopped onion at the bottom of the slow cooker, then add the seared or raw beef on top of the onions.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, BBQ sauce, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the beef in the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
- Carefully remove the tender beef and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker with the sauce and stir to coat evenly. Continue to cook on low for 15-30 minutes.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or apple cider vinegar if desired.
Notes
Searing the beef is optional but highly recommended for a richer flavor. The cooking time may vary based on your slow cooker and the size of the roast.