Looking for a delicious, easy-to-make dinner? This slow cooker pot roast is the answer. The chuck roast turns out incredibly tender, cooked to perfection with carrots, onion, celery, and potatoes, for a comforting, flavorful meal.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
Total Time: 8 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 4 pounds chuck roast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
- 1 cup water
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
Directions
- Season the Meat: Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Sear the roast on all sides, about 4 minutes per side.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Transfer the roast to your slow cooker. Sprinkle with the dry onion soup mix, then pour in the water. Scatter the chopped vegetables (carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery) over the roast.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the roast is tender.
Enjoy a hearty and comforting meal!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 540
- Total Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 147mg
- Sodium: 272mg
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 46g
- Vitamin C: 18mg
- Iron: 6mg
- Potassium: 1173mg
This pot roast recipe is perfect for a busy day, offering a delicious, no-fuss meal that will please the whole family.