Description
Experience the magic of a Crock Pot Chuck Roast, where minimal effort yields maximum flavor. This easy and tender recipe transforms an economical cut of meat into a savory roast that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. By slow cooking, the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, infused with rich flavors from herbs and broth. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables for a comforting meal everyone will love. With just a few simple steps, you’ll create a hearty dish that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb chuck roast (trimmed)
- 2 tbsp steak seasoning
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 cup beef broth
- Optional: 2 lbs potatoes, 1 lb carrots, 1 yellow onion
Instructions
- Season the roast with oil, steak seasoning, and thyme on both sides.
- Sear in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until browned, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Pour beef broth into the skillet, scrape up any browned bits, and pour over the roast.
- If desired, prepare vegetables by cutting them into large pieces, season, and add to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3.5-4 hours until tender.
- Check tenderness; if needed, thicken gravy with cornstarch dissolved in water.
- Serve sliced roast with sides of choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of roast (approximately 5 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg