Description
Crock Pot Chuck Roast (SO tender & easy!) is the ultimate comfort food that transforms a humble cut of meat into a succulent, melt-in-your-mouth delight. This slow-cooked dish is perfect for family gatherings, as it allows you to spend quality time with loved ones while the rich flavors develop effortlessly in the slow cooker. With its versatile serving options and unbeatable tenderness, this crock pot recipe will become a staple in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb chuck roast (trimmed if needed)
- 2 tbsp steak seasoning
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 cup beef broth
- ⅓ cup water
- 2 lbs potatoes (optional)
- 1 lb carrots (optional)
- 1 yellow onion (optional)
Instructions
- Season the roast by coating it with oil and generously applying steak seasoning and thyme on both sides.
- Sear the roast in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Deglaze the skillet with beef broth, simmer briefly, and pour over the roast in the slow cooker.
- If using vegetables, prepare them by cutting into large pieces, season lightly, and add on top of the roast.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3.5-4 hours until tender.
- Check for tenderness; if needed, thicken the gravy with cornstarch mixed in water and cook for an additional hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg