Description
Indulge in the warmth of a classic pot roast with this easy slow cooker recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish features tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Simply season and sear the meat, then let the slow cooker work its magic while you go about your day. The result? A comforting meal that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas and satisfies every appetite. Whether you’re making it for a cozy family dinner or meal prepping for the week ahead, this pot roast is sure to become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 carrots, cut into chunks
- 4 gold potatoes, quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (ensure it's alcohol-free)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a hot skillet with olive oil, sear the roast for about 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Place sliced onion, carrot chunks, and quartered potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Add minced garlic, dried thyme, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce over the vegetables.
- Carefully place the seared roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Pour beef broth around the sides of the roast without pouring directly on top.
- Cover and cook on low for approximately 8 hours or high for about 4–5 hours until tender.
- Remove bay leaf before serving and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg