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Classic Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A classic slow cooker pot roast recipe that yields tender, flavorful beef chuck roast cooked low and slow with hearty vegetables, creating a comforting and easy one-pot meal perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

Scale

Meat

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast

Vegetables

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 4 potatoes, sliced or quartered

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

  1. Season the beef: Generously season the beef chuck roast with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring all sides are well coated to infuse flavor during cooking.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: Place the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker to form a flavorful bed for the roast.
  3. Layer the beef: Place the seasoned chuck roast on top of the vegetables carefully to maintain the layers.
  4. Add liquids: Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce evenly over the beef to keep it moist and enhance the taste.
  5. Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  6. Serve: Once cooked, serve the pot roast alongside the cooked vegetables and spoon the cooking juices as gravy over the top for a complete hearty meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider searing the beef roast in a hot pan before adding it to the slow cooker.
  • You can substitute baby potatoes for regular potatoes for a different texture.
  • Feel free to add herbs like thyme or rosemary for added aroma.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste, especially salt and pepper, after cooking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.