Description
Honey Chipotle Shredded Beef Tacos are the ultimate balance of sweet and smoky heat, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef infused with honey, chipotle peppers, and aromatic spices. These tacos are packed with bold flavors and perfect for easy weeknight dinners, gatherings, or meal prep. Serve them with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, and pickled onions for a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust for spice preference)
- ¼ cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, pickled onions, crumbled cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and season it generously with salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the Meat (Optional): In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef on all sides until browned for added depth of flavor.
- Slow Cook: Place the beef in a slow cooker and add the chopped onion, minced garlic, chipotle peppers, honey, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and oregano. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the beef is tender.
- Shred the Beef: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded meat to the sauce and mix well.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame for a slight char.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each tortilla with the shredded beef and top with avocado, cilantro, pickled onions, or your favorite toppings.
- Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and enjoy!
Notes
- Spicier Version: Add extra chipotle peppers or a dash of cayenne.
- Taco Bowl Option: Serve the shredded beef over rice with black beans and guacamole.
- Gluten-Free: Use corn tortillas.
- Low-Carb: Serve in lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.
