An easy instant pot recipe for juicy and tender shredded beef, you’ll be amazed by how many different ways you can serve this beef! 5-ingredients make for easy prep and the Instant Pot does all the work for you.

This tender and juicy Instant Pot Shredded beef is so easy to make.

Making shredded beef in the Instant Pot

The Instant Pot makes fork tender, shreddable beef with minimal effort. Here’s how you’ll make it:

  • Cut the beef into 2×2 inch chunks and add it to the Instant Pot.
  • Make the easy seasoning mix.
  • Toss the beef with a little oil and coat the cubes with the seasonings.
  • Using the Saute function, sear the beef cubes on all sides to lock in the juices.
  • Pour in the broth and pressure cook the beef for 30 minutes with a 20 minute natural release.
  • Shred the beef right in the Instant Pot with the cooking juices.

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You can turn this shredded beef into delicious tacos!

Versatile ways to serve this easy shredded beef

Our favorite thing about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can make a big batch on the weekend and eat it all week and never get tired of it! Here are some ideas:

Shredded beef in a bowl over greens with red bell pepper, avocado and sauce drizzled on top
Using leftover shredded beef in bowls is an easy way to mix it up.

Leftover beef storage and reheating

Since this recipe makes a lot of shredded beef, you will likely have leftovers. Here are some storage and reheating tips:

STORAGE

  • You can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • I recommend dumping all the juices from the Instant Pot in with the beef for storage, as it will keep it from drying out when you reheat it (see reheating notes below).
  • You can also freeze the beef. Use either a vacuum sealer or airtight glasslock/pyrex container to maximize freshness.

REHEATING

  • Scoop the shredded beef with some of the solidified juices into a skillet over medium heat. Saute until most of the juices have evaporated.
  • Set oven to broil and line a sheet pan for easy cleanup. Dump the shredded beef with the solidified juices into the pan. Broil for 5-8 minutes, watching carefully and stirring the pan if needed.
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Your turn to make this easy Instant Pot recipe

Meal prep a big batch of this shredded beef and get creative making it into different meals all week long! You’ll be surprised by how much flavor you get with the simple seasonings and cooking method in this recipe.

If you make it, be sure to leave a comment to let us know how it goes and take a pic to share on Instagram. Tag us @realsimplegood, we love to see what you’re making!


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5-Ingredient (Juicy!) Instant Pot Shredded Beef

An easy instant pot recipe for juicy and tender shredded beef, you'll be amazed by how many different ways you can serve this versatile beef!

Ingredients

  • 4 lb chuck roast, cut into 2 inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2-3 tbsp avocado oil, divided
  • 1 cup beef or chicken broth

Instructions
 

For the Instant Pot

  • Cut beef into cubes and place the cubes in the Instant Pot. Prepare seasoning rub by mixing all of the seasonings together in a ramekin or small bowl.
  • Drizzle 1-2 tbsp of avocado oil on the beef cubes and toss with a spoon to coat.
  • Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the beef, flipping the pieces over and stirring to try and cover as much of the beef as possible.
  • Press the sauté button on the Instant Pot. Drizzle in some more avocado oil to coat the bottom of the pot.
  • Once the pot is hot, sear the beef pieces on all sides in the Instant Pot. You'll need to use a wooden spoon or tongs to flip the pieces and move them around. Just sear for 1-2 minutes on all sides to completely brown the pieces.
  • Press cancel on the Instant Pot once the beef is browned. Pour the broth into the Instant Pot.
  • Secure the lid on the and close the pressure valve. Press the “manual” button (or “pressure cook” button) and set the time to cook for 30 minutes at high pressure. Once the time is up, let the pressure naturally release on its own for 20 minutes.
  • Manually release any remaining pressure and remove the lid. Shred the beef with two forks either in the Instant Pot juices or remove the pieces and shred them on a cutting board.
  • Serve and enjoy or refrigerate/freeze for later.

For the slow cooker:

  • Cut beef into cubes and place the cubes in a bowl. Prepare seasoning rub by mixing all of the seasonings together in a ramekin or small bowl.
  • Follow steps 2-3 above to coat and season the beef.
  • Heat a pan on the stove over medium heat and add 1-2 tbsp avocado oil. Once hot, add the beef pieces and sear on each side for 1-2 minutes.
  • Once the beef is seared, dump the pieces in the slow cooker. Pour the broth in with the beef.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Shred the beef with two forks either in the slow cooker juices or remove the pieces and shred them on a cutting board.
  • Serve and enjoy or refrigerate/freeze for later.

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Notes

Nutrition estimates are per serving and provided for those following a Ketogenic or low-carb diet. See our full nutrition information disclosure here
Calories: 453kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 44g, Fat: 30g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Fiber: 1g
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