Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

  1. Mix the dry rub ingredients (brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper) and coat the beef chuck roast thoroughly on all sides.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef for 3-5 minutes per side until a dark mahogany crust forms.
  3. Place the seared beef into the slow cooker.
  4. Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the beef broth and apple cider vinegar, scraping up the brown bits, then pour the liquid over the beef in the slow cooker.
  5. Top the beef with 1 cup of barbecue sauce.
  6. Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours or High for 5 to 6 hours.
  7. Shred the beef with two forks and stir in the remaining 1 cup of barbecue sauce and Worcestershire sauce before serving.