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Pot Roast Slow Cooker

Irresistible Pot Roast Slow Cooker for Cozy Family Meals

This Pot Roast Slow Cooker recipe is perfect for creating comfort food with minimal fuss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast Substitute with brisket or bottom round if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil works too.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 large Onion Use yellow or white onions for best outcomes.
  • 4 medium Carrots Cut into chunks.
  • 4 medium Gold Potatoes Yukon gold or red potatoes can be used as alternatives.
For the Flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is preferred.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Homemade broth can also be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Rosemary or Italian seasoning can replace it.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remember to remove it before serving.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pot Roast Slow Cooker
  1. Start by patting your chuck roast dry with paper towels, then season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sear the roast on all sides for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Layer sliced onions, chopped carrots, and quartered gold potatoes in the slow cooker.
  4. Sprinkle minced garlic over the vegetables, then add dried thyme and place a bay leaf on top.
  5. Transfer the seared roast on top of the vegetables.
  6. Whisk together beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then pour around the roast to avoid washing off the seasonings.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours.
  8. Remove the bay leaf, let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding, and serve with vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Perfect for family dinners and gatherings. Pair with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

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