Description
This melt-in-your-mouth Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast combines tender beef chuck roast with aromatic herbs and vegetables for a comforting, flavorful meal that practically cooks itself. Perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday family dinners!
Ingredients
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- 3 – 3 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
- 1 pound baby carrots (or large carrots cut into 3-inch sticks)
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, chopped in large chunks
- 2 cups beef stock or beef broth
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Ingredients
- 1 lb medium gold potatoes, quartered (omit if serving over mashed potatoes)
- Fresh chopped parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Roast: Add oil to a skillet and heat to high heat. Once oil is hot, place your pot roast in the skillet and brown on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. This creates a flavorful crust on the meat that adds depth to the finished dish while sealing in juices.
- Combine Ingredients: Place your browned beef in the bottom of your a 6 or 7 qt slow cooker. Add onion, carrots, potatoes (if using), beef stock, apple juice, tomato paste, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the cooking liquid.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours. The low and slow cooking method allows the tough connective tissues in the chuck roast to break down gradually, resulting in exceptionally tender meat that falls apart with minimal effort.
- Shred and Serve: Use two forks to shred the finished pot roast and add it back to the slow cooker. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding extra salt or pepper if desired. Serve over Light & Creamy Mashed Potatoes and top with fresh chopped parsley or thyme for a bright finish.
Notes
- For the most tender results, avoid opening the slow cooker during cooking as this releases heat and extends cooking time.
- Chuck roast is ideal for slow cooking due to its marbling which keeps the meat moist during the long cooking process.
- The apple juice adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory flavors and helps tenderize the meat.
- For a thicker gravy, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the cooking liquid during the last 30 minutes.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 420kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
