Description
Fork-tender beef roast, slow-cooked in a rich, savory broth with baby potatoes, carrots, and sweet onions. It’s the ultimate hands-off comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners or Sunday gatherings.
Ingredients
2.5 to 3 lb chuck roast
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1.5 lbs baby potatoes
1 lb whole baby carrots
1 tbsp olive oil (for vegetables)
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 large yellow onion, sliced thick
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 tbsp water (for mixing with cornstarch)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season all over with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. In a bowl, toss the potatoes and carrots with olive oil, thyme, and a pinch of salt.
4. Place onion slices on the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the seared roast on top.
5. Surround the roast with the seasoned potatoes and carrots.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Pour over the roast and vegetables.
7. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the roast is fall-apart tender.
8. Optional: Mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir into the cooking liquid in the last 15 minutes if you want a thicker sauce.
9. Shred the roast into chunks and stir gently in the slow cooker to coat with sauce.
10. Serve hot with vegetables and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
Notes
Searing the roast adds a deep, rich flavor—don’t skip this step.
Whole carrots and baby potatoes hold up best during slow cooking.
For a bolder taste, substitute ½ cup of the broth with dry red wine.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: crock pot roast, easy pot roast, slow cooker beef