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Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe Easy 5-Step Guide for Tender Meat

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This slow cooker pot roast recipe delivers tender, juicy beef with rich gravy using a simple 5-step process. Perfect for hands-off cooking and hearty family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
  • 4 large carrots, cut into chunks
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast if needed. Pat dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides. (10 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Transfer the roast to the slow cooker. (10 minutes)
  3. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions, chopped carrots, celery, and minced garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Scrape up browned bits and transfer veggies to the slow cooker, arranging around the roast. (7 minutes)
  4. Pour 2 cups beef broth and optional 1/2 cup red wine into the slow cooker. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and add bay leaves. (5 minutes)
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the roast is fork-tender and easily shredded. Let meat rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding.

Notes

[‘Searing the roast before slow cooking adds flavor and texture.’, ‘Use room temperature meat for even cooking.’, ‘Place harder vegetables like carrots and celery at the bottom of the slow cooker.’, ‘Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain heat.’, ‘For thicker gravy, simmer cooking liquid with cornstarch slurry until thickened.’, ‘Store shredded meat and gravy separately for best reheating results.’, ‘If short on time, use the high setting but expect slightly less tender meat.’, ‘Add potatoes halfway through cooking to avoid overcooking.’, ‘Instant Pot adaptation: brown roast using sauté, then pressure cook on high for 60 minutes with natural release.’]

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