This post shows you how to make slow cooker beef pot roast.
For a cozy meal that practically cooks itself, you’re going to want to take a look at this Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast.
Beef that basically melts in your mouth and vibrant veggies that blend together in a steaming bowl of broth – this is a recipe you’ll come back to again and again. I mean who wouldn’t want to just leave their food cooking for them while they go about their day. No standing around watching, stirring, temp-checking. Just set the timer and let it cook.
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Easy fall dinner ideas
We love the coziness of fall and with it come the yummiest fall flavors that the season has to offer. Here are some of our absolute favorite and super easy fall dinner recipe ideas:
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Pumpkin Chili
- Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
- Beef & Barley Stew
- Creamy Sweet Potato & Carrot Soup
- Pumpkin Mac & Cheese
- Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
- Chicken & Stuffing Casserole
- Baked Ziti with Sausage & Spinach
- Butternut Squash & Kale Lasagna
- Maple Dijon Glazed Pork Chops
- Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast
- Apple Cider Chicken Thighs
- Harvest Quinoa Skillet
- Creamy Mushroom & Garlic Chicken Skillet
- Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta
- Sausage & Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Mushroom & Sage Risotto
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Bacon Farro Bowl
- Cranberry Pecan Wild Rice Pilaf
Behind the Recipe: for the love of food
A Warm Hug in a Bowl This recipe is like a warm hug – We think that everyone must have a simialr recipe that makes them feel cozy. Whether it’s a pot roast or a stew – a good broth, erthy root vegetables and a great piece of meat go a long way to making a delicious hearty meal that’s perfect for those cooler months. Slow cooker beef pot roast is such a throwback to childhood eating beef stew with dumplings.
The Magic of Make-Ahead Meals What’s so great is how a little goes a long way with this recipe! You can easily reheat the leftovers for the few days afterwards for lunch or dinner. Serving it up with crusty warmed bread with plenty of butter. The best part? When you make this pot roast it’s been cooking while you’ve gone about your day and it takes only 15 minutes to prep before you leave it cooking away for 8 hours.
Effortless Hosting for Cozy Gatherings : This is definitely the perfect winter or fall party recipe – great for a crowd because as we said earlier a little goes a long way and also while you’re prepping for your guests the food is cooking in the slow cooker, ready for the evening. We love this recipe or beef stew for Bonfire’s night as it makes for the easiest yet most delicious dish to serve to your guests.
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Ingredients
3–4 lb chuck roast
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
3–4 potatoes, cut into chunks
2 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 sprig rosemary (or ½ tsp dried)
2 bay leaves
Step-by-Step Instructions
Sear the beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side).
Layer the slow cooker
Add onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes to the bottom of your slow cooker. Place the seared beef on top.
Make the broth
In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and herbs. Pour it over the beef and veggies.
Cook
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fall-apart tender.
Serve
Remove the bay leaves and herb stems, shred the beef with a fork, and serve with the vegetables and some of the flavorful broth.
Tips and Tricks
Searing the meat first is an absolute must for maximizing on flavor!
If your slow cooker tends to run on the warmer side, then check it at around 7 hrs to avoid overcooking.
You can store leftovers in a airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 4 days – perfect for lunches.
🌿 SLOW COOKER BEEF POT ROAST – Make It Your Own – Try:
- 🍄🟫Mine’s with mushrooms
- Add in some mushrooms for an earthy flavor to your pot roast
- 🥔🍠 Potato, Potarto
- Switch out the white potatoes for sweet potatoes or parsnips for a richer flavor.
- 🍷Wine
- A little bit of red wine added to the broth goes a long way with developing the flavor.
- 🥩 No beef?
- Chicken or Pork make a great alternative
Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast
Ingredients
- 3 –4 lb chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 4 carrots peeled and cut into chunks
- 3 –4 potatoes cut into chunks
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried
- 1 sprig rosemary or ½ tsp dried
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
Sear the beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side).
Layer the slow cooker
- Add onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes to the bottom of your slow cooker. Place the seared beef on top.
Make the broth
- In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and herbs. Pour it over the beef and veggies.
Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fall-apart tender.
Serve
- Remove the bay leaves and herb stems, shred the beef with a fork, and serve with the vegetables and some of the flavorful broth.
what goes with slow cooker beef pot roast
We love creating the perfect sides, slow cooker beed pot roast goes best with:
Crusty Brea – perfect to soak up all the juices
Over Mashed Potato
Over Rice or Egg Noodles
FAQs
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes, absolutely! We recommend prepping everything the night before, storing the the refrigerator and then throwing everything into the slow cooker in the morning.
Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
A: Yes! Chuck roast would be the best option but you can also use brisket or round roast too.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
- Protein: 38g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fats: 20g
We hope that this will become a fall fave for you!
try this next:
- 19 Delicious Pumpkin Recipe ideas
- 15 Best Bonfire Night Party Food and Drink ideas
- Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
- Pumpkin Oatmeal
- Zucchini Lasagna
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This post shows you how to make slow cooker beef pot roast.
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