This hearty crock-pot pot roast is the epitome of comfort food, delivering fall-apart tender beef in a rich, savory gravy. The combination of chuck roast, fresh vegetables, and a packet of onion soup mix creates a deeply flavorful dish with minimal effort. The meat becomes incredibly soft after hours of slow cooking, absorbing the aromatic notes of onion, garlic, and herbs. It pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. Ideal for busy weeknights or Sunday suppers, this recipe requires little prep time and yields plenty of leftovers for sandwiches or noodle bowls later in the week. It is a reliable, satisfying main course that brings a warm, home-style feel to any dinner table.
Pot Roast/Crock-Pot
Description
This hearty crock-pot pot roast is the epitome of comfort food, delivering fall-apart tender beef in a rich, savory gravy. The combination of chuck roast, fresh vegetables, and a packet of onion soup mix creates a deeply flavorful dish with minimal effort. The meat becomes incredibly soft after hours of slow cooking, absorbing the aromatic notes of onion, garlic, and herbs. It pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. Ideal for busy weeknights or Sunday suppers, this recipe requires little prep time and yields plenty of leftovers for sandwiches or noodle bowls later in the week. It is a reliable, satisfying main course that brings a warm, home-style feel to any dinner table.Ingredients
Directions
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Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of oil.
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Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to the slow cooker.
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In the same skillet, quickly saut&# 195;© the chopped celery, sliced onion, and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
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Place the sautéed vegetables, carrot pieces, and red potatoes around the roast in the slow cooker.
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Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the meat and vegetables.
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Pour the water over the top of the ingredients.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
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Carefully remove the meat and vegetables from the slow cooker and transfer them to a serving platter.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of flour and 2-3 tablespoons of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
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Turn the slow cooker to HIGH and slowly whisk the flour slurry into the hot cooking liquid.
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Cook on HIGH for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Pour the thickened gravy over the meat and vegetables before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 227.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.7g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 304.4mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 44.6g15%
- Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
- Sugars 8.1g
- Protein 6.3g13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
