Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Beef (Low Sugar)
Tender, flavorful pulled beef slow-cooked with a low-sugar BBQ sauce, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal packed with smoky goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 cup low-sugar barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 small onion, sliced
Instructions
- Place the sliced onion at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Mix together the barbecue sauce, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, chili powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Place the beef chuck roast on top of the onions and pour the sauce mixture over the beef.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
- Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
- Serve warm on buns, in bowls, or alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of smoked liquid or serve with pickled jalapeños for a spicy kick.