Slow Cooker Cumin-Spiced Beef with Orange

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

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Tender beef slow-cooked with cumin, orange zest, and aromatics for a deeply flavorful, Whole30-compliant main course. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (dairy free, gluten free), ready in about 435 minutes, pairs beef chuck, ground cumin, orange for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

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Prep: 15 min Cook: 420 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs beef chuck
2 tsp ground cumin
1 orange
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp orange zest, and 1/4 cup orange juice until smooth.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1.5 lbs beef chuck cubes and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then transfer to a slow cooker.
Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 diced medium onion to the slow cooker with the beef.
Step 4: Pour 1 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the ingredients, then add the cumin-orange mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
Step 5: Secure the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the beef is fork-tender and easily shreds.