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Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

Irresistible Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

This Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots is a simple and satisfying family dinner, filled with rich flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast A well-marbled cut is ideal for tenderness and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Potatoes Cut into chunks.
  • 4 cups Carrots Peeled and chopped.
  • 1 large Onion Sliced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium versions are best.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the beef.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Adds umami flavor.
For the Herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Herbal note complements the beef.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Use fresh herbs if available.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef chuck roast generously with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Prepare the vegetables: wash and chop the potatoes, peel and slice the carrots, slice the onion, and mince the garlic.
  4. Layer the vegetables in the slow cooker, starting with potatoes, followed by carrots, onion, and garlic.
  5. Place the seared roast on top of the vegetables, then add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
  7. Remove the roast, let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve with vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow flavors to meld for best results and consider using leftovers in sandwiches.

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