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Mexican Beef Freezer Meal
Imagine a tender, flavorful fiesta of Mexican Shredded Beef, perfectly seasoned and shredded to perfection. It's a dish that brings families and friends together, and we've made it accessible for busy parents and caring companions alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 Adults
Calories 570 kcal
Equipment
  • 1 Slow Cooker or Crock Pot
  • 1 gallon freezer bag
Ingredients
 
 
  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1/2 cup frozen diced onion
  • 1 cup salsa heat of preference
  • 4.5 oz green chiles
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
 
Freezer Prep Directions:
  • Prepare a gallon freezer bag, labeling according to your preferred method.
  • Add all ingredients to labeled gallon freezer bag.
  • Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and freeze for up to three months.
Slow Cooker Directions:
  • Thaw freezer bag in fridge 12-24 hours before cooking.
  • Add freezer bag contents into slow cooker.
  • Cook on low 8-10 hours.
  • Shred the beef directly in the slow cooker with two forks and stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Optional: Serve in tortillas, over rice, cauliflower rice or on top of chips!
Instant Pot Directions
  1. Dump the contents of the freezer bag into the Instant Pot, add 1/2 cup water.
  2. Set to High Pressure for 60 minutes, then allow a 10-minute natural release followed by a quick release. 
  3. Shred the beef directly in the slow cooker with two forks and stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
  4. Optional: Serve in tortillas, over rice, cauliflower rice or on top of chips!
Dietary Adjustments
Make it Gluten-Free:
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
 
 
Make it Dairy-Free:
  • This recipe is naturally dairy-free.
Freezer Labels
Mexican Shredded Beef Freezer Meal Printable Label

Notes

  • May top with favorite taco toppings! (cheese, guacamole, salsa, etc…)
  • Make it pretty: Garnish with fresh cilantro or a lime wedge. 
     

Nutrition

Calories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 87gProtein: 26gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 7465mgPotassium: 2570mgFiber: 30gSugar: 37gCalcium: 377mgIron: 22mg
Keyword Beef Recipes, crockpot dinners, Easy Dinner, Mexican Shredded Beef
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