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Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast: Comfort Food Made Easy

A savory Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast that transforms a simple chuck roast into a tender masterpiece, perfect for busy families craving comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 lb Chuck Roast Substitution: Bottom round or rump roast can be used but may be leaner.
  • 1.5 tbsp Olive Oil Essential for searing.
  • Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • Ground Black Pepper Adds a hint of spice.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Lends a fragrant flavor.
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Provides umami taste.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Shares a robust smell.
  • 1 Yellow Onion Diced, adds natural sweetness.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced, infuses bold flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 5 Carrots Cut into chunks.
  • 2.5 lb Yukon Gold Potatoes Halved, holds up in cooking.
For the Broth
  • 1.25 cups Beef Broth The cooking base providing moisture.
  • 2.5 tbsp Cornstarch Optional, for thickening gravy.
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chuck roast on both sides until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Sauté diced onion in the same pot until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Deglaze pot with beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Pour over roast in slow cooker.
  4. Layer halved potatoes and carrot chunks on top of roast. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-9 hours until meat is tender.
  6. Remove roast and vegetables; shred meat and optionally thicken gravy with cornstarch.
  7. Serve servings drizzled with gravy and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Searing is essential for flavor. Limit lid lifting during cooking to maintain heat. Let the pot roast rest before shredding.

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