Description
This Crock Pot Roast recipe is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The chuck roast is seasoned to perfection and slow-cooked with tender vegetables, creating a delicious gravy that ties everything together. Let your slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy the amazing aroma that fills your home.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 3-4 lb. Chuck Roast
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon EACH: salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Gravy:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 beef bouillon cube (or 1 tsp better than bouillon)
- 1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
Veggies:
- 2 ¼ lbs. baby potatoes
- 2 lbs. whole carrots (cut into halves or thirds)
Gravy Thickener:
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch + 3 tablespoons cold water
- 2-3 drops Kitchen Bouquet browning and seasoning sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Roast: Pat roast dry. Season and coat with flour.
- Sear the Roast: Sear in a pan until browned. Set aside.
- Prepare Gravy: Whisk gravy ingredients in the pan. Transfer to slow cooker with roast.
- Prepare Vegetables: Cut potatoes, peel and slice carrots.
- Cook: Place vegetables around roast in the slow cooker. Cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 8-10 hours.
- Make Gravy: Thicken juices in a saucepan with cornstarch. Add Kitchen Bouquet and butter.
- Serve: Season vegetables, slice roast, and serve with gravy.
Notes
- You can use other cuts of beef like brisket or round roast.
- Adjust seasoning and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like onions or celery.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg