Delicious Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Introduction
There’s nothing quite like coming home to the comforting aroma of a slow-cooked pot roast filling your kitchen. This Delicious Slow Cooker Pot Roast recipe yields meltingly tender beef, infused with hearty vegetables and rich, savory flavors thanks to a long, gentle simmer. Its ease and crowd-pleasing nature make it an ideal choice for weeknight family dinners or for entertaining on a cold evening.
Why This Slow Cooker Pot Roast Is a Must-Try
What sets this pot roast apart is its fork-tender texture and perfectly balanced flavors. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, so you get deep, developed flavors with minimal effort. Plus, the one-pot convenience means easy cleanup and a full meal in a single pot. Each serving is hearty, warming, and simply irresistible.
The Secret to Perfectly Chopped Vegetables
To achieve consistent, pleasing bites of carrots, potatoes, celery, and onions, uniform chopping is key. A quality Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper ensures speedy prep and even results, which helps the vegetables cook evenly alongside your roast. This keeps every spoonful harmonious and flavorful.
Building Layers of Flavor
Start by seasoning and browning your beef in a pan. A well-heated Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet helps achieve that crave-worthy crust on your roast, locking in juices before it heads to the slow cooker. As the roast simmers, aromatics, herbs, and simple beef broth transform into a delectable gravy.
Serving and Storing Your Pot Roast
Cut and serve your pot roast with a heat-resistant Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to separate the meat into rustic, juicy chunks. Any leftovers stay juicy and flavorful when stored in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup), making for delicious next-day sandwiches or stews.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields about 6 generous servings. Each serving has approximately 400-450 calories, depending on your cut of beef and choice of vegetables. The dish is protein-packed, satisfies hearty appetites, and can easily be adjusted for a lighter meal by serving with a side salad.
Delicious Slow Cooker Pot Roast (Recap)
This slow cooker pot roast promises incredible flavor with minimal fuss. Effortlessly impressive, it’s the kind of meal everyone looks forward to—rich, satisfying, and endlessly adaptable. Serve it at your next gathering or make a batch for easy family weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a heated Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet, brown the roast on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to your slow cooker.
- Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to prep your potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion for uniform pieces.
- Add the vegetables, garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves to the slow cooker around the roast. Pour in beef broth until ingredients are just covered.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8-9 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until meat is fork-tender and vegetables are soft.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, remove ½ cup of cooking liquid, whisk in 2 tbsp cornstarch, and return to the slow cooker, stirring gently. Cook for another 15-20 minutes on HIGH until thickened.
- Remove bay leaves, shred or slice the roast using the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm with broth and veggies.
- Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8-9 hours (on LOW)
Total Time: Approximately 9 hours (including prep)