Crock Pot Chuck Roast
Enjoy a heartwarming dinner with this Crock Pot Chuck Roast, a dish that effortlessly transforms a budget-friendly cut of beef into a succulent meal. With minimal prep, you can set your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you focus on other things. The rich flavors from the steak seasoning and thyme infuse the roast, creating a comforting experience that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or seasonal veggies. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- 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
- Optional: 2 lbs potatoes
- Optional: 1 lb carrots
- Optional: 1 yellow onion
Instructions
- Coat the roast with oil and season both sides generously with steak seasoning and thyme.
- In a skillet over high heat, sear each side of the roast for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Pour beef broth into the skillet, simmer for one minute, then scrape up any browned bits. Add this liquid to the slow cooker.
- If using vegetables, wash, peel, and cut them into large pieces. Drizzle with oil and season before placing on top of the roast.
- Slow cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3.5-4 hours until tender.
- For thickening gravy, dissolve cornstarch in water and stir into the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking.
- Serve warm by slicing or shredding the meat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg