Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Recipe

5 from 2 votes

This pulled beef features a sweet sauce with just enough vinegar. It's great for kids and an easy meal for a big crowd.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword pulled beef, slow cooker

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 20

Servings people

Calories 495kcal

Cost 25

In a bowl, combine the paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp. paprika, 2 tbsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. onion powder, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Rub the chili mixture all over the beef roast and place in a slow cooker.
4 lbs. beef chuck or pot roast
Pour in the beef stock and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
2 cups beef stock
In a saucepan placed over medium heat, combine the ketchup, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
1 cup balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup honey, 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 cup homemade ketchup
Bring to a boil and let simmer for 12 to 15 minutes.
Remove the beef from the slow cooker and drain any remaining juice.
Shred the beef using two forks, and return to the slow cooker.
Pour the balsamic BBQ sauce over the beef, stir to combine, and cook for another 30 minutes on high.