Pin It A classic, comforting pot roast thats incredibly tender and flavorful with minimal ingredients and effort.
This simple slow cooker pot roast has become my go-to comfort meal on busy weekends.
Ingredients
- Meat: 3–4 lb (1.4–1.8 kg) beef chuck roast
- Vegetables: 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved
- Seasoning: 1 oz (28 g) dry onion soup mix (1 packet)
- Liquid: 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place the baby potatoes evenly on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Step 2:
- Set the beef chuck roast on top of the potatoes.
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the roast.
- Step 4:
- Pour the beef broth around the sides of the roast, being careful not to wash off the seasoning.
- Step 5:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Step 6:
- Transfer the roast and potatoes to a serving platter. Slice or shred the beef and serve with the potatoes and juices from the slow cooker.
Pin It This recipe always reminds me of the warm family dinners we enjoyed growing up.
Notes
Add carrots or celery for more vegetables. Use a slow cooker minimum of 6-quart for best results.
Required Tools
Slow cooker, Chef's knife, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Onion in soup mix. May contain gluten if soup mix is not certified gluten-free always double-check labels if sensitive.
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Questions & Answers
- → What cut of meat works best for this dish?
Beef chuck roast is ideal because it becomes tender and flavorful when slow-cooked over several hours.
- → Can I add other vegetables besides potatoes?
Yes, carrots or celery can be added to increase vegetable variety and enhance flavor.
- → Is it necessary to sear the roast before slow cooking?
Searing is optional but recommended to develop richer flavors and a caramelized crust.
- → How do I prevent the seasoning from washing off?
Pour the beef broth carefully around the roast edges, avoiding pouring directly over the seasoning.
- → What is the cooking time and temperature?
Cook on low heat for 8 hours until the meat is fork-tender and the potatoes are fully cooked.