Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast
Tender, fall-apart beef pot roast with vegetables cooked slowly in savory herbs and broth - the perfect comfort food family dinner at 385 calories per serving.
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Ingredients
- 3-4 lb chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 large carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 3 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- 1
Sear the Roast
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to slow cooker.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
In the same skillet, add onions and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add tomato paste and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- 3
Deglaze Pan
Pour 1/2 cup of beef broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Pour this mixture over the roast in the slow cooker.
- 4
Add Vegetables and Seasonings
Arrange carrots, potatoes, and celery around the roast. Add remaining beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves to the slow cooker.
- 5
Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- 6
Make Gravy
Remove roast and vegetables to a serving platter. Strain cooking liquid and pour into a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then whisk in cornstarch slurry. Simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Slice and Serve
Slice the pot roast against the grain and serve with vegetables and gravy. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Chef's Tips
For extra flavor, sear the roast the night before and refrigerate. The longer cooking time on LOW heat will result in more tender meat. Don't skip the searing step as it adds crucial flavor to the final dish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about making this slow cooker beef pot roast
How long does it take to make Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast?
The listed total time is 500 minutes. Prep time is 20 minutes and cooking time is 480 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast recipe?
The listed difficulty level is easy.