Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos: January Challenge Week 4

Nothing to see here, just me having the most EPIC dinner moment with these Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos! I mean, it’s just a simple and easy weeknight dinner recipe, no big deal…..except for the fact that these tacos are BURSTING with spicy and savory flavors, creamy and crunchy textures, and are the easiest EVER! I. Can’t. Even. Just look at these beauties!

Also: welcome to week 4 of the January Challenge!! Can you believe it’s already here? I’ve loved seeing your #AMonthOfHealthyEats photos and updates. You guys are doing great!

For those of you that are just now finding out about the January Challenge, here’s where you can find out more! (opens in a new tab) We’re starting week 4 of the challenge today, so it’s not too late to join us (or start from the beginning)!

Today, we’re kicking off week 4 with these Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos, which are a part of A Month Of Healthy Eats (opens in a new tab) (the plan we’re going through this month). They’re SO delicious!

What you’ll need to make these Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos:

This is my slow cooker, (opens in a new tab) and to put it simply, it’s the best thing in my kitchen. Ok, ok, ok, other than my most favorite food processor and blender. (opens in a new tab) If you’re in the market for a slow cooker, this one is programmable (opens in a new tab) and the perfect size! You can also find more of my most favorite kitchen items in the Shop page. (opens in a new tab) These products have saved my life when it comes to healthy and easy cooking!

And if you’re looking for other easy to make slow cooker recipes, be sure to check out these Paleo Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls, (opens in a new tab) Slow Cooker Skinny Chicken Tortilla Soup, (opens in a new tab) Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes, (opens in a new tab) and Slow Cooker Chili Lime Beef Tacos! (opens in a new tab)

So what makes these Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos so epic? I actually wouldn’t say it’s the beef. I’m not much of a meat-eater as it is, and carnitas are typically made with pork….so there are no claims to authenticity here. None whatsoever! However, while the beef carnitas in the tacos were great, that cilantro + feta cheese combo = heavenly!

Here’s how these tacos came to be:

Here’s the recipe for Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos:

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Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos

Easy to make Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos that are perfect for a delicious, gluten free dinner!

Cook: 2 hrTotal: 2 hr

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Ingredients

• ▢ 12 oz organic (grass-fed tenderized round steak)
• ▢ 1 tsp chili powder (opens in a new tab)
• ▢ 1/2 tsp paprika
• ▢ 1/2 red onion
• ▢ 1 tsp garlic
• ▢ salt/pepper
• ▢ Avocado Lime Dressing (opens in a new tab)
• ▢ 1 Tbsp olive oil (opens in a new tab)
• ▢ 4 corn tortillas
• ▢ 1 cup lettuce
• ▢ 1/4 cup feta cheese
• ▢ fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Place the steak in the slow cooker and season with chili powder, paprika, 1/4 of the red onion (chopped), garlic, and salt/pepper to taste.
2. Cook for 2 hours on high or 4 hours on low.
3. While the meat is cooking, create the avocado lime dressing recipe and place in the refrigerator.
4. Once the carnitas steak is finished cooking, slice into thin strips.
5. Lightly brown the tortillas in a pan with the olive oil.
6. Top each tortilla with lettuce, carnitas steak, feta, cilantro, the remaining 1/4 chopped red onion, and avocado lime dressing.

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Nutrition

Calories: 307 kcal

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