Slow Cooker Salsa Beef Roast: Tender Shredded Beef Recipe

This Slow Cooker Beef with Salsa is incredibly easy and full of flavor. It takes only a few minutes of hands-on time—then the slow cooker does the rest.

If you enjoy simple slow cooker meals, try Crockpot Chicken Tacos, Slow Cooker Ribs, or Crock Pot Chili for more easy weeknight favorites.

This recipe belongs on your short list for busy days. With just a few ingredients you get big flavor, and the slow cooker makes it effortless.

Ingredients

• Beef stew meat: Buy pre-cut stew meat or trim and cube a chuck roast into 3/4-inch pieces.
• Salsa: Use a salsa you already like—its flavor will determine the final dish.
• Brown sugar: Adds a touch of sweetness.
• Soy sauce: Use reduced-sodium soy sauce for balanced savory depth.
• Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is best.
• Rice: White rice is shown, but brown rice or cauliflower rice work well too.
• Cilantro: Fresh cilantro brightens and lifts the dish before serving.

How to Make Slow Cooker Beef with Salsa

1. Place the beef, salsa, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic in a 3-quart slow cooker and stir to combine.
2. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
3. Serve spooned over cooked rice and garnish with chopped cilantro.

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Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Italian Beef Sandwiches
Slow Cooker Turkey Meatloaf
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

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Slow Cooker Beef with Salsa

5 from 1 vote

Author: Deborah Harroun

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 6 hours

Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

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This dish is remarkably simple yet full of robust flavor—minimal prep and maximum taste.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat cut into 3/4-inch cubes
• 2 cups salsa*
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 4 cups cooked rice
• cilantro

Instructions

• Combine the beef, salsa, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic in a 3-quart slow cooker.
• Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or until the meat is tender.
• Serve the beef over rice and top with fresh cilantro.

Recipe Notes:

*Choose a salsa you enjoy—its flavor makes a big difference.

This recipe was adapted slightly from a trusted source.

Nutrition information is an estimate. Ingredient brands and portions will affect exact values.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/6 of recipe, Calories: 451kcal (23%), Carbohydrates: 24g (8%), Protein: 32g (64%), Fat: 24g (37%)

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