Name: Classic Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks; 3 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks; 1 yellow onion, cut into wedges; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 cups beef broth; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening); 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Description

This Classic Slow Cooker Pot Roast is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family meal. Tender chuck roast is seasoned and slow-cooked with vegetables until it’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The rich gravy ties all the flavors together for a satisfying dinner experience.

Ingredients

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Chuck Roast:

3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Vegetables:

4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
3 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 yellow onion, cut into wedges
3 cloves garlic, minced

Other:

1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

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Instructions

Season and Sear: Season the chuck roast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary. Sear the roast in a skillet until browned.
Prepare Slow Cooker: Transfer the roast to the slow cooker. Deglaze the skillet with tomato paste and beef broth, then pour into the slow cooker.
Add Ingredients: Add carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic around the roast. Pour in remaining beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 4–5 hours until the meat is tender.
Thicken Gravy: For a thicker gravy, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serve: Serve warm with vegetables and pan juices.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine with the broth.
You can substitute baby potatoes and pearl onions for a slightly different texture.
Leftovers make great sandwiches or can be shredded for tacos.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
Calories: 435
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 105mg