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Crockpot Birria Tacos (Quesabirria)

Crockpot Birria Tacos: Easy Quesabirria Everyone Loves

Crockpot Birria Tacos (Quesabirria) offer a rich, savory flavor and effortless cooking for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3 pounds Boneless Beef Chuck Roast
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 6 pieces Dried Red Chiles (Guajillo or other types)
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Substitute with low-sodium vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Chiles in Adobo Sauce Use sparingly for less heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
For the Tacos
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Mini tortillas work great for bite-sized snacks.
  • 2 cups Mexican Blend Cheese or Queso Fresco Substitute with dairy-free cheese for a vegan-friendly version.
  • 1 cup Diced White Onion Swap with shallots if desired.
  • 1 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • griddle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the boneless beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper. Sear in a skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
  2. Cut off the stems and remove the seeds from the dried red chiles, then tear into smaller pieces.
  3. In a large crockpot, place the seared chuck roast, add the torn chiles, beef broth, and chipotle chiles in adobo sauce. Add seasonings and stir gently.
  4. Cook on high for 5 to 6 hours or low for 8 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
  5. Remove the roast from the crockpot and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, mixing in some cooking liquid for moisture.
  6. Warm corn tortillas on a griddle for about 30 seconds on each side, fill with shredded meat, cheese, onion, and cilantro, then fold to encase the ingredients.
  7. Serve tacos with a bowl of consomme for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Sear the meat well before slow cooking for better flavor. You can customize spices and adjust cooking times as needed.

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