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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast Recipe

Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast

There's something incredibly comforting about a slow cooker beef pot roast, isn’t there? The aroma wafting through your home as it cooks brings back memories of family gatherings and cozy dinners. Best of all, this recipe is easy and quick, making it perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely Sundays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef and Vegetables
  • 3 to 4 lb beef chuck roast perfect for slow cooking
  • 4 medium carrots chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup beef broth essential for moisture
  • 1 cup red wine optional
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds savory kick
  • 2 tsp dried thyme classic herb
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for searing meat

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until it’s beautifully browned. Remove the roast from the skillet and set it aside.
  2. Step 2: In your slow cooker, layer the chopped carrots, diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic.
  3. Step 3: Place the seared roast right on top of those veggies.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine the beef broth, red wine (if you’re using it), Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the roast and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours.
  6. Step 6: Once it’s cooked, carefully remove the roast and vegetables from the slow cooker. Let the roast rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze the pot roast for up to 3 months.