Slow Cooker Pulled BBQ Beef Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

This Slow Cooker Pulled BBQ Beef Recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy tender, flavorful beef. Using a crockpot allows the meat to cook slowly, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for sandwiches or served with sides.

With minimal prep time and the convenience of a crockpot, this recipe is ideal for busy days or gatherings. You can customize the BBQ sauce to your liking, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.

Easy Crockpot Pulled BBQ Beef Recipe

This recipe features beef chuck roast slow-cooked in a savory BBQ sauce until tender and easily shredded. It takes about 8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 to 8 people, making it perfect for family meals or parties.

Ingredients

3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 medium onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Buns for serving
Coleslaw for topping (optional)

Instructions

Prep the Beef: Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Layer Ingredients: Place the sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the seasoned beef on top.
Add Sauce: Pour the BBQ sauce and Worcestershire sauce over the beef, ensuring it’s well coated.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Shred the Beef: Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
Serve: Serve the pulled BBQ beef on buns, topped with coleslaw if desired.