Crock Pot Chuck Roast (SO tender & easy!)
Crock Pot Chuck Roast (SO tender & easy!) is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights and special gatherings. This recipe transforms a humble chuck roast into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece that your family will adore. With just a sprinkle of seasoning, a quick sear, and the magic of slow cooking, you can create a hearty meal that requires minimal effort. The rich gravy enhances the natural flavors of the beef while allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables. Perfect for meal prep, this dish tastes even better as leftovers, making it a must-try for anyone seeking comfort food without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb chuck roast (trimmed if needed)
- 2 tbsp steak seasoning
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 cup beef broth
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 lbs potatoes (optional)
- 1 lb carrots (optional)
- 1 yellow onion (optional)
Instructions
- Season the roast by coating it with oil and generously applying steak seasoning mixed with thyme.
- Sear the roast in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour beef broth into the skillet to deglaze, then transfer this liquid over the roast in the slow cooker.
- If using vegetables, prepare them and place them atop the roast.
- Cover and slow cook on low for about 7–8 hours or high for 3.5–4 hours.
- Check tenderness; when it easily falls apart, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the cooking liquid to thicken.
- Cook for an additional hour or until desired tenderness is reached before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz of chuck roast with gravy
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 140mg