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Slow Cooker Pot Roast: The Perfect Hearty Dinner Recipe


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

A hearty and tender pot roast cooked slowly in a flavorful broth, perfect for a comforting dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 carrots, chopped
  • 4 potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it on all sides until browned.
  2. Place the carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Transfer the seared roast on top of the vegetables.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Pour the mixture over the roast and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
  6. Remove the roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the vegetables and broth.

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the broth mixture.
  • Feel free to substitute other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips based on your preference.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 500
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 120

Keywords: slow cooker pot roast, beef pot roast, easy pot roast recipe, comfort food, slow cooked beef