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Copycat Chipotle barbacoa shredded beef

Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa

Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa - tender, smoky shredded beef braised in chipotle, garlic, and spices. Perfect for burrito bowls, tacos, and burritos, just like the restaurant.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 3 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves

Equipment

  • Slow cooker or Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Blend the chipotles, garlic, broth, lime juice, cumin, and oregano into a smooth sauce.
  2. Place the beef in a slow cooker, pour over the sauce, and add the bay leaves.
  3. Cook on low for 8 hours (or 4 hours high) until fork-tender.
  4. Shred the beef and toss in the juices. Serve in bowls, tacos, or burritos.

Notes

Don't drain the cooking liquid - it keeps the barbacoa juicy. Adjust chipotles for more or less heat.