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Crock Pot BBQ Beef Roast

by Donya Mullins September 18, 2023 4 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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Tender, juicy beef pot roast, cooked low and slow in homemade BBQ sauce, is one of life’s simple pleasures! Rich BBQ beef roast is a simple recipe that’s hearty, delicious, and truly comfort food at its best.

What do you serve with BBQ Beef? I think there’s nothing better than the classic combination of Creamy Pasta Salad, Baked Beans, and Homemade Pickles!

BBQ beef cooked in the crock pot served on small french rolls with slaw and pickle spears resting on parchment paper.


Slow Cooked BBQ Beef: THE Recipe For Busy People

Here I go again…making bold statements about a simple recipe. But I can’t help it. I am all about combining everyday ingredients and turning them into something amazing. Like my Crock Chicken Thighs recipe, this BBQ beef dish will rock your world with bold flavors that you never thought you could achieve with a slow cooker.

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Ways To Serve Barbecued Shredded Beef

  • Serve it loaded up on warm bread for BBQ beef sandwiches.
  • As a main dish with your favorite sides.
  • Piled on fresh greens for a hearty salad.
  • In tacos or burrito bowls.
  • Over rice or noodles for an easy lunch or after-school snack.
Crock pot, beef chuck roast, beef stock, onion, brown sugar, whole grain mustard, ketchup, honey, Worcestershire sauce, honey, paprika, garlic and slow cooker on a wooden counter.

Ingredients For BBQ Roast Beef

  • Chuck Roast
  • Beef Broth or Stock
  • Onion
  • Brown Sugar
  • Whole Grain Mustard – Dijon mustard is a great substitution.
  • Ketchup
  • Honey
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Apple Cider Vinegar – you can also use white or red vinegar.
  • Paprika – you can also use garlic powder or onion powder.
  • Garlic
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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What Cut Of Beef Is Best To Use?

I prefer chuck roasts for shredded beef and pot roasts. They aren’t very expensive and have all the fat and marbling you need to keep the meat moist and juicy.

Beef chuck roast seared in a pan, homemade bbq sauce poured over roast in a crock pot, roast cooked in a crock pot.

How To Make BBQ Beef In The Crock Pot

  • Generously salt and pepper all sides of the roast. Add it to a hot skillet and sear the roast on all sides.
  • Whisk together ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, honey, mustard, and paprika.
  • Place the roast in the crock pot. Gently pour the broth around the roast, then top with the homemade sauce.
  • Cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours.
  • Remove the fork-tender roast from the crock pot. Shred and serve.

Do I Have To Brown The Meat Before Cooking?

Yep, if at all possible. This simple step really delivers big results. Searing the beef brings out extra flavor, along with helping the barbecue sauce cling to the meat.

Can I Make BBQ Beef Roast In Advance?

Yes. This is a great make-ahead dish. Make the recipe according to the directions. After shredding the beef, let it cool, then place it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

To serve, place the shredded BBQ beef in the crock to heat, which will take about 20-30 minutes on high. You can also heat it in a pan on the stovetop.

Black crock pot filled with cooked bbq beef roast shredded and served with metal thongs.

How To Store Leftovers

I love having leftovers of BBQ beef stashed in my fridge for a quick meal or snack! Put the beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It’s easy to reheat in the microwave, stoptop, or crock pot before serving.

Can I Freeze This Recipe?

Crockpot BBQ Beef is one of those “rock star” recipes that freezes beautifully. Follow the cooking instructions, shred the beef, then place it in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag. Place in the freezer for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw in the fridge overnight, then heat thoroughly.

What To Serve With BBQ Pot Roast?

The simple answer is…just about anything! This crowd-pleasing dish is great for family meals, potlucks, game day, or tailgating.

Cole Slaw And Sides: Creamy Cole Slaw, BBQ Red Slaw, Macaroni Salad, Roasted Potato Salad, Stuffed Baked Potatoes, Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes.

Sauces: Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce, Alabama White Sauce, Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce.

Fresh bread hoagie roll filled with bbq beef cooked in the crock pot served with pickles.

Craving More? Try These Crock Pot Recipes

  • Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
  • Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Beef
  • Crock Pot Beef Roast
  • Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken Sliders
BBQ beef cooked in the crock pot served on small french rolls with slaw and pickle spears resting on parchment paper.
5 from 4 votes

Easy Crock Pot BBQ Beef Roast

Author: Donya Mullins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours hours
Total Time: 8 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 378kcal
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Tender, juicy beef pot roast, cooked low and slow in homemade BBQ sauce is one of life's simple pleasures! Served as a sandwich, or as a main dish with sides, rich, BBQ beef roast is a mouthwatering recipe that's hearty and delicious.

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 3-4 pound chuck roast
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ¾ – 1 cup minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • olive oil

Instructions

  • Generously salt and pepper all sides of the chuck roast. Drizzle oil in a skillet and sear the roast on high heat until browned on all sides. Place the roast in the crock pot.
  • In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, worcestershire sauce, onion, mustard, honey and paprika.
  • Pour beef broth over the roast, then drizzle on the homemade BBQ sauce. Place the lid on the crock pot. Cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until the roast is fall-apart tender.
  • Remove roast from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Serve on warm rolls for sandwiches or as a main dish with your favorite sides.

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Notes

  • Oven Instructions: sear the roast in a dutch oven. Pour beef stock into the pot and drizzle homemade BBQ sauce over the roast. Cover and cook at 350 degrees for 2 to 2 ½ hours (30 minutes per pound) until the roast is fork tender.
  • Storing Leftovers: Put the beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave, stoptop, or crock pot before serving.
  • To Freeze: Follow the cooking instructions, shred the beef, then place it in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag. Place in the freezer for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw in the fridge overnight, then heat thoroughly.
 
Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 3661mg | Potassium: 774mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 72g | Vitamin A: 2307IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 3mg
BBQ beef cooked in the crock pot served on small french rolls with slaw and pickle spears resting on parchment paper.
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  1. Christine

    September 27, 2023 at 8:27 pm

    Another fantastic recipe from you! I made this in my large Le creuset pot, it came out perfectly as written. Yummy. Wr froze it in a couple freezer bags as we are currently away. When we get home, we will be exhausted but will have a great dinner! Thank you, Donya!

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    • Donya Mullins

      September 28, 2023 at 10:27 am

      Christine, you are so welcome! Thank you for sharing, the great rating and for cooking with me.
      ~Donya

      Reply
  2. Roger (Rod) Rodemaker

    September 18, 2023 at 2:18 pm

    I love the roast and the barbecue sauce. It’s so easy to fix.

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    • Donya Mullins

      September 18, 2023 at 4:05 pm

      Thanks, Rod! Thrilled you are cooking along with me.
      ~Donya

      Reply

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