Description
Rich, hearty slow cooker pot roast with gravy promises comfort in each tender bite. Slow-simmered beef melds with robust herbs, creating a classic meal you’ll savor with deep satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 3 cups beef broth
- 16 oz (454 g) gold potatoes (halved or quartered if large)
- 8 oz (226 g) baby carrots
- ½ sweet yellow onion (sliced)
- ½ cup red wine (optional; can substitute with additional beef broth)
- 2 tbsps tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp herb and garlic seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup tapioca pearls (for thickening)
- ¼ cup cornstarch (for slurry)
Instructions
- Seasoning: Thoroughly massage chuck roast with herb and garlic seasoning, ensuring deep flavor penetration throughout the meat.
- Searing: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, meticulously browning each side of the roast for 4-5 minutes to develop rich caramelization and complex flavor profiles.
- Layering: Strategically place seared roast in slow cooker, surrounding with baby carrots, potatoes, minced garlic, and sliced onions to create a robust flavor foundation.
- Liquid Preparation: Whisk together beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, and tapioca pearls, gently pouring the mixture over meat and vegetables to establish a savory cooking environment.
- Slow Cooking: Cover and simmer on low heat for 8-10 hours, transforming the meat into a tender centerpiece while infusing vegetables with rich, meaty essence.
- Gravy Finishing: Blend cornstarch with water to create a slurry, stirring into cooking liquid during the final 30 minutes to develop a luxurious, velvety gravy consistency.
- Serving: Carefully slice roast, plate with caramelized vegetables, and drizzle with glossy gravy. Garnish with fresh parsley to add vibrant color and herbal brightness.
Notes
- Meat Selection Tip: Choose a well-marbled chuck roast with good fat content to ensure tenderness and rich flavor during slow cooking.
- Searing Secret: Never skip the browning step, as it develops a complex flavor foundation and locks in delicious caramelized notes that transform the entire dish.
- Slow Cooker Magic: Low and slow cooking breaks down tough muscle fibers, guaranteeing a melt-in-your-mouth texture that turns inexpensive cuts into gourmet meals.
- Gravy Perfection: Whisk the cornstarch slurry thoroughly to prevent lumps and achieve a silky, restaurant-quality sauce that elevates the entire pot roast experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg