5-Star Pot Roast Slow Cooker
If you’re craving a comforting meal that epitomizes warmth and satisfaction, this 5-star pot roast slow cooker recipe is your answer. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it effortlessly combines tender beef and hearty vegetables, creating a dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is to prepare. With minimal prep time, you can set your slow cooker and return home to the inviting aroma of a rich, flavorful dinner waiting for you. This pot roast is not just easy to make; it’s a timeless favorite that’s sure to have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 carrots, cut into chunks
- 4 gold potatoes, quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a hot skillet, sear the roast for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place sliced onion, carrots, and quartered potatoes into the slow cooker.
- Add minced garlic, dried thyme, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Carefully place the seared roast on top of the vegetables and pour in the beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving and let the roast rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg