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Pot Roast Crock Pot

Mouthwatering Pot Roast Crock Pot Recipe for Easy Comfort

Discover the magical taste of pot roast cooked in a crock pot. Effortless, budget-friendly, and a family favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3-4 lb Chuck Roast Affordable cut that becomes tender when slow-cooked.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For searing the meat.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Yellow Onion, chopped Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 2 Carrots, peeled and chopped Enhances flavor.
  • 2 Celery Stalks, chopped Key aromatic base.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Robust flavor.
  • 1 lb Baby Potatoes, quartered Soaks up flavors.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup Serves as a savory base.
  • 1 oz Dry Onion Soup Mix Adds deep flavor.
  • ½ cup Beef Broth Infuses moisture.
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire Sauce Adds tangy umami flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme For flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Rosemary For flavor.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch To thicken gravy.
  • 2 tablespoon Cold Water For cornstarch slurry.
  • Fresh Parsley, chopped Garnish for color.

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper. Let rest at room temperature.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the roast on all sides for 3-4 minutes. Transfer to the Crock Pot.
  3. Chop the vegetables: onion, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic.
  4. Optional: Sauté vegetables in the skillet used for the roast. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Layer the vegetables in the Crock Pot.
  6. Place the roast on top of the vegetable layer.
  7. Whisk together the sauce ingredients and pour over the roast.
  8. Add quartered potatoes around the roast.
  9. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  10. Remove roast and vegetables from the Crock Pot.
  11. Skim excess fat from the cooking liquid.
  12. Optional: Mix cornstarch with cold water and whisk into the cooking liquid to thicken gravy.
  13. Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  14. Shred the roast with forks and serve over a bed of vegetables and potatoes, topped with gravy.
  15. Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for family gatherings, making mealtime hassle-free and enjoyable.

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