For an even richer flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of tomato paste to the skillet when deglazing with beef stock. Adjust the amount of vegetables to your preference. Other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips would also be delicious. If you prefer a thicker gravy, whisk a tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Healthier Marie's Easy Slow Cooker Pot Roast
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME8 hrs
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS127
Transform a humble chuck roast into a deeply flavorful and fork-tender masterpiece with this slow-cooker rendition, featuring a medley of hearty vegetables and aromatic herbs.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate25 g
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Cholesterol79 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein27 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium128 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Season the chuck roast generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
02
Step
20 mins
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, approximately 4 minutes per side. Transfer the seared roast to a slow cooker.
03
Step
5 hrs
Pour the reduced-sodium beef stock into the skillet, bringing it to a simmer while scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Pour the beef stock and chopped onions over the roast in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 5 hours.
04
Step
3 hrs
Add the cubed potatoes, chopped carrots, and chopped celery and parsley to the slow cooker. Cover and continue to cook on low heat until the roast is incredibly tender and easily shreds with a fork, approximately 3 additional hours.
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Zoila Torp
Jan 6, 2025David: The sear on the roast really makes a difference. Don't skip that step!
Flo Hoppe
Aug 21, 2024Sarah: This was the easiest and most delicious pot roast I've ever made! The vegetables were perfectly cooked, and the meat was so tender.
Brendan Wunsch
Mar 27, 2024Michael: I added a bay leaf to the slow cooker, and it gave the dish a wonderful depth of flavor. Thanks for the great recipe!
Odessa Kulas
Feb 17, 2024Ashley: Great recipe for a busy weeknight. I prepped everything in the morning and just turned on the slow cooker when I got home from work.
Gabriella Parker
Jan 28, 2024Jessica: My family loved this! I will definitely be making it again. Next time, I think I'll try adding some mushrooms.