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Slow Cooker Chuck Roast: The Tenderest Weeknight Dinner

  • Author: angela_woods
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A foolproof slow cooker chuck roast recipe that yields tender, fall-apart meat and rich gravy using simple pantry staples. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs boneless chuck roast
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14 oz) can low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 3-4 minutes on each side until a deep brown crust forms. Remove meat and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions and carrots for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Place the seared roast into the slow cooker. Pour the sautéed vegetables and pan juices over the meat.
  5. Whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and tomato paste. Pour over the roast. Add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours (or HIGH for 4-5 hours).
  7. Remove the roast and bay leaf. Let the meat rest for 10 minutes.
  8. Pour the cooking liquid into a saucepan and skim off excess fat.
  9. Mix flour with cold water to create a slurry. Whisk into the simmering liquid and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  10. Slice the roast against the grain and serve with the gravy and vegetables.

Notes

Searing the meat is crucial for flavor development. Always slice against the grain to ensure tenderness. If using cornstarch for thickening, ensure your soy sauce and broth are gluten-free. The roast improves in flavor as leftovers.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice of roast wit
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 850
  • Fat: 28
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 35

Keywords: slow cooker chuck roast, beef recipe, weeknight dinner, comfort food, tender roast, slow cooker meals, easy dinner

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