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Easy Pot Roast Crock Pot Recipes

Easy Pot Roast (Crock Pot Recipe)

This easy crock pot pot roast is the definition of comfort food — tender beef, hearty vegetables, and savory broth, all slow-cooked to perfection with almost no effort. A true family favorite that brings everyone to the table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 510 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

Core Ingredients

  • 3–4 pounds chuck roast the classic choice
  • 4 large carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4–5 medium potatoes quartered
  • 1 large onion cut into wedges
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Flavor Boosters

  • 0.5 cup red wine optional, adds depth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • fresh rosemary or parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned. This step is optional but adds flavor.
  • Place carrots, potatoes, and onions in the bottom of the crock pot to create a base for the roast.
  • Set the seared roast on top of the vegetables. Spread tomato paste and minced garlic on top of the roast. Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour in beef broth and red wine (if using), making sure the liquid comes halfway up the roast.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 5–6 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
  • Remove the roast and vegetables. For gravy, whisk 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water. Stir into the hot cooking liquid and simmer until thickened. Slice or shred the roast and serve with vegetables and gravy.

Notes

Make it your own by swapping potatoes for turnips, adding mushrooms, or stirring in fresh herbs at the end. To freeze: cool completely, then portion into airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 1250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 9400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 5.6mg
Keyword Beef, comfort food, Crock Pot, Pot Roast, slow cooker
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