Description
A simple and delicious crock pot pot roast recipe that results in tender meat and rich gravy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the skillet until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the roast to the crock pot.
- Add chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and diced potatoes around the roast.
- In a bowl, mix beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme, then pour over the roast and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the meat is tender.
- Remove the roast and vegetables, and strain the liquid to make gravy.
- Serve the pot roast with gravy over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like rosemary or bay leaves.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg