Best 4 Chipotle Barbacoa Chuck Roast Recipes

Indulge in the bold flavors of Chipotle Barbacoa Chuck Roast, a tantalizing dish that effortlessly blends the richness of slow-cooked beef with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers. Experience a symphony of flavors as the tender chuck roast, infused with a blend of aromatic spices, garlic, and onion, falls apart with every bite. Accompanying this main course are three additional culinary delights: a refreshingly vibrant Corn and Avocado Salsa, a creamy and tangy Chipotle Crema, and a zesty Pickled Red Onion. These accompaniments add layers of texture and flavor, elevating the barbacoa to a truly unforgettable dining experience.

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CHIPOTLE BARBACOA (COPYCAT)

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You'll love this Chipotle Barbacoa Recipe! Start with an easy marinade, then slow cook the beef until it's meltingly tender. It tastes even better than the real thing!

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories Main Course

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons adobo sauce ((see note 1))
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder ((see note 2))
2 tablespoons olive oil (or rice bran oil (see note 3))
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano ((see note 4))
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (4 to 5 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (or rice bran oil)
2 cups water
2 bay leaves

Steps:

To make the marinade, in the bowl of a food processor or blender, add garlic, adobo sauce, ancho chile powder, olive oil, cumin, dried oregano, cloves, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Blend until smooth (add water if needed to fully blend the marinade).
Sprinkle beef liberally on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over Dutch oven, heat oil until shimmering.
Add beef and cook until browned on one side, about 5 minutes. Flip the beef and continue cooking until the other side is brown, about 10 minutes total.
Transfer to a slow cooker and top with marinade, turning to coat. Add water and bay leaves. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours or low for 8 to 10 hours, until the fat is melted and the meat falls apart easily.
Remove both bay leaves and shred the beef with two forks. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with your favorite burrito toppings such as rice, beans, guacamole, and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 810 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHIPOTLE BEEF BARBACOA RECIPE (THE BEST!)

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Learn how to make the best barbacoa meat! If you like barbacoa beef, you'll love this copycat Chipotle barbacoa recipe in a slow cooker -- it's easy, healthy, and fall-apart delicious.

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories Main Course

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 lb Beef brisket or chuck roast ((trimmed and cut into 2 inch chunks))
1/2 cup Beef broth ((or chicken broth))
2 medium Chipotle chiles in adobo ((including the sauce, about 4 tsp))
5 cloves Garlic ((minced))
2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp Lime juice
1 tbsp Dried oregano
2 tsp Cumin
2 tsp Sea salt
1 tsp Black pepper
1/2 tsp Ground cloves ((optional))
2 whole Bay leaf

Steps:

Combine the broth, chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, garlic, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, dried oregano, cumin, sea salt, black pepper, and ground cloves in a blender (everything except the beef and bay leaves). Puree until smooth.
Place the beef chunks in the slow cooker. Pour the pureed mixture from the blender on top. Add the (whole) bay leaves.
Cook for 4-6 hours on high or 8-10 hours on low, until the beef is fall-apart tender.
Remove the bay leaves. Shred the meat using two forks and stir into the juices. Cover and rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the beef to absorb even more flavor. Use a slotted spoon to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Protein 22.1 g, Fat 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Sodium 549.7 mg, Fiber 0.6 g, Sugar 0.3 g, TransFat 0.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 7.8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BARBACOA-STYLE SHREDDED BEEF

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Similar to Chipotle's® barbacoa. Great over nachos, in tacos, and burritos.

Provided by Jack Grigsby III

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 8h39m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast, cut into 6 to 8 chunks
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup beef broth
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup fresh lime juice
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
3 bay leaves

Steps:

Season beef chunks with salt and pepper on all sides.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches; cook until browned, about 1 minute per side. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
Combine beef broth, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, oregano, and cloves in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Pour over beef in the slow cooker. Stir in bay leaves.
Cook on Low until beef is fork-tender, 8 to 10 hours.
Discard bay leaves. Remove beef and shred using 2 forks. Return beef to the slow cooker to marinate in the sauce for at least 10 more minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 77.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 150.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CHIPOTLE BARBACOA CHUCK ROAST

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I Love the barbacoa style beef roast at Chipotle Mexican restaurants. I decided to try making it on my own at home for a change and see how it turned out. Now I can have pretty close to the same thing at home without going out. My first attempt came out pretty good and was attempted on 5/14/08.

Provided by Chef Choich

Categories Roast Beef

Time 8h15m

Yield 8-12 soft tacos, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (2 lb) chuck roast
2 (2 ounce) packets ortega chipotle taco seasoning
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 dash hot sauce
2 cups water (enough to barely cover roast)

Steps:

I have a 2 pound roast so the directions will vary due to weight. (1 packet of seasoning per pound, 1 TBS of cooking oil per pound, 1 TBS of apple cider vinegar per pound).
I put 2 cups of water in my crock pot and put the 2 packets of Ortega chipotle taco seasoning in and whisked. Then I added 2 TBS of cooking oil, 2 TBS of apple cider vinegar, and a dash of hot sauce and whisked again.
I placed the roast into a large skillet and seared both sides then placed in crock pot.
Set the crock pot to low setting and let it slow cook from 7am to 5:30pm while I was gone to work for the day. The meat just fell apart when trying to remove it from the crock pot. Removed meat from crock pot and shredded with fork on cutting board and placed in serving dish. Cook time I would say 8 hours minimum on a low setting and less time for higher settings.
We added tortillas, lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese, salsa, and sour cream to garnish. These were delicious and pretty darn close to the real deal. Depending on what size tortillas you use and how much meat you put into them determines how many servings this will make.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 853.4, Fat 68.2, SaturatedFat 25.1, Cholesterol 208.7, Sodium 182.6, Carbohydrate 0.1, Protein 55.6

Tips:

Choose the right cut of meat: Chuck roast is a great choice for barbacoa because it is a tough cut of meat that becomes tender when cooked slowly. Other good options include brisket, shoulder roast, or rump roast.
Use a Dutch oven or slow cooker: A Dutch oven or slow cooker is ideal for cooking barbacoa because it allows the meat to cook slowly and evenly. If you don't have a Dutch oven or slow cooker, you can also cook barbacoa in a large pot on the stovetop over low heat.
Add plenty of spices: Barbacoa is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices. Common spices used in barbacoa include chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cook the meat until it is fall-apart tender: Barbacoa should be cooked until it is fall-apart tender. This usually takes at least 8 hours, but it can take longer depending on the cut of meat and the cooking method.
Serve barbacoa with your favorite toppings: Barbacoa can be served with a variety of toppings, such as shredded cabbage, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Barbacoa is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are serving it as a main course, a taco filling, or a sandwich filling, barbacoa is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give barbacoa a try!