3-Ingredient Saucy BBQ Beef (Slow Cooker)

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3-Ingredient Saucy BBQ Beef (Slow Cooker)

📝 Description

This melt-in-your-mouth BBQ beef is made with just three simple ingredients and a slow cooker. The beef becomes incredibly tender as it simmers in rich barbecue sauce, creating a saucy, savory dish that’s perfect for sandwiches, rice, potatoes, or vegetables. It’s one of those “set it and forget it” recipes everyone asks for again.

🧾 Ingredients (3 Total)

  • 2–3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks

  • 1½–2 cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

(Salt & pepper optional — many BBQ sauces already contain seasoning)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Place chopped onion in the bottom of the slow cooker.

  2. Add beef chunks on top of the onion.

  3. Pour BBQ sauce evenly over the beef.

  4. Cover and cook:

    • LOW: 7–8 hours

    • HIGH: 4–5 hours

  5. Once tender, shred beef with two forks and stir into the sauce.

  6. Serve hot.

🧠 Notes

  • Chuck roast works best because it becomes tender and juicy.

  • The onion melts into the sauce, adding natural sweetness.

  • Sauce thickens naturally as the beef cooks.

💡 Tips for Best Flavor

  • Use a smoky or hickory BBQ sauce for deeper flavor

  • For less sweetness, mix BBQ sauce with a splash of broth

  • Trim excess fat if you prefer a lighter dish

  • Let beef rest 10 minutes before shredding

🍽 Serving Ideas

  • On sandwich buns or sliders

  • Over mashed potatoes or rice

  • In tacos or wraps

  • With roasted vegetables or coleslaw

🍴 Servings

  • Serves 6–8 people

  • Serving size: ~½ cup shredded beef

🧮 Nutritional Information (Approx. per Serving)

  • Calories: 320

  • Protein: 28g

  • Fat: 18g

  • Carbohydrates: 12–15g (depends on BBQ sauce)

  • Iron & Zinc rich

❤️ Health Benefits

  • High-quality protein for muscle strength

  • Slow cooking makes beef easier to chew and digest

  • Provides iron for energy and circulation

  • Naturally gluten-free (check BBQ sauce label)

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes — brisket or bottom round work, but chuck is best.

Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
Absolutely. Freeze up to 2 months in airtight containers.

Q: Can I make it less sweet?
Use a low-sugar BBQ sauce or add a splash of apple cider vinegar.

Q: Can I add vegetables?
Yes — bell peppers or mushrooms work well.

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