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Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef Burrito Bowls - Focus and Closeup on the Meal in a White Bowl
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Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef Burrito Bowls

Let the slow cooker do the work!  These Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef Burrito Bowls are just like Chipotle - except better!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 573kcal
Author: Taylor Ellingson

Ingredients

For the barbacoa beef:

  • 3-4 pound beef chuck roast
  • 2 chipotles en adobo sauce plus 1 tablespoon of the liquid from the can
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 small yellow onion roughly chopped

For burrito bowls:

  • Rice
  • Salsa
  • Corn
  • Black Beans
  • Guacamole or avocado
  • Cilantro
  • Sour Cream/Plain Greek Yogurt
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Lime

Instructions

  • Combine chipotles, chipotle sauce from the can, cumin, apple cider vinegar, oregano, garlic, salt, and onion in a food processor or blender and puree.
  • Place chuck roast in slow cooker and top with sauce from food processor.
  • Cook on low for 8-9 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until beef shreds easily.
  • To assemble burrito bowls, place your desired amount of burrito bowl ingredients in a bowl and top with the barbacoa beef.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 573kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 725mg | Potassium: 687mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 32IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 5mg