Slow Cooker Pot Roast: Enjoy Fork-Tender Flavor Today!
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A delicious and easy slow cooker pot roast recipe that results in fork-tender meat and rich flavors.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Total Time: 8-10 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the skillet until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the roast to the slow cooker.
- Add chopped onion, minced garlic, carrots, and potatoes around the roast.
- In a bowl, mix beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary, then pour over the roast and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the meat is tender.
- Once done, shred the meat with a fork and serve with the vegetables and broth.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine to the broth.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg