Enchilada Meat from the Crock Pot

Transform weeknight dinners with this mouthwatering Enchilada Meat from the Crock Pot, a hands-off recipe that delivers bold and authentic Mexican flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or rice bowls, this dish features tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast (or pork shoulder) simmered in a flavorful blend of red enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and warm spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika. A splash of lime juice adds a refreshing tang, while optional cilantro makes for a vibrant garnish. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the magic of a slow cooker, this versatile and crowd-pleasing recipe is an easy way to satisfy your craving for rich, zesty enchilada-inspired goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:490 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Boneless beef chuck roast (or pork shoulder)
• 2 cups Red enchilada sauce
• 1 can (10 oz) Diced tomatoes with green chiles (e.g., Rotel)
• 0.5 cups Beef or chicken broth
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the boneless beef chuck roast (or pork shoulder) in the crock pot and pour the red enchilada sauce over it.

Step 2

Add the can of diced tomatoes with green chiles and the beef or chicken broth to the crock pot.

Step 3

Sprinkle the diced onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the meat.

Step 4

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, depending on your schedule.

Step 5

Once cooked, remove the meat from the crock pot and shred it using two forks. Discard any large pieces of fat if necessary.

Step 6

Return the shredded meat to the crock pot and stir it into the sauce to soak up the flavors. Add the lime juice and mix well.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the enchilada meat hot in tacos, burritos, over rice, or as a filling for enchiladas. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1987.1 grams (1987.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2675

Total Fat 190.70g	244%
Saturated Fat 72.80g	364%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 635mg	212%
Sodium 9362mg	407%
Total Carbohydrate 67.80g	25%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 29.00g
Protein 178.40g	357%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224mg	17%
Iron 33mg	182%
Potassium 3337mg	71%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 10.0%