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How To Make 5-Star Pot Roast Slow Cooker Fast & Easy

5-Star Pot Roast Slow Cooker

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Experience the ultimate comfort food with this easy pot roast slow cooker recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish features succulent beef and hearty vegetables simmered to perfection. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, you can set your slow cooker and enjoy a flavorful meal that your whole family will love. Whether served as a main course or shredded for sandwiches, this pot roast is a versatile dish that tastes even better as leftovers. Enjoy the rich, savory goodness of this classic recipe without hassle!

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8

Ingredients

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  • 34 lb chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 4 carrots, cut into chunks
  • 4 gold potatoes, quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for about 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. In the slow cooker, layer sliced onion, chopped carrots, and quartered potatoes.
  4. Sprinkle minced garlic over the vegetables and add dried thyme and a bay leaf.
  5. Place the seared roast on top of the vegetable layer.
  6. Pour beef broth around the roast without disturbing it too much.
  7. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or on high for 4–5 hours.
  8. Remove the bay leaf before serving and let the roast rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: Low - 8 hours / High - 4–5 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1/8 of recipe (200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg