Ultimate Crockpot Chuck Roast
Tender, slow-cooked chuck roast with rich flavors, juicy vegetables, and melt-in-your-mouth texture. The perfect comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
3/4 to 1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 to 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3 to 4 lb chuck roast (room temperature for even cooking)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce OR 1/3 cup red wine OR 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup beef broth
4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow onion, sliced or roughly chopped
1 lb baby carrots
1 1/2 lbs petite potatoes (left whole)
2 tablespoons water (optional but recommended)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
Season the roast:
Pat the chuck roast dry and season all sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Prepare crockpot base:
Add onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes to the bottom of the crockpot.
Add the roast:
Place the seasoned chuck roast on top of the vegetables.
Add liquids:
Pour in beef broth and your choice of Worcestershire sauce, red wine, or balsamic vinegar.
Slow cook:
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours (or HIGH for 4–5 hours) until the meat is fork-tender.
Make gravy (optional but recommended):
Remove roast and vegetables. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Stir into the crockpot juices. Turn to HIGH and cook for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
Serve:
Slice or shred the roast and serve with vegetables and gravy.
Notes
Searing the roast before slow cooking adds extra depth of flavor (optional but recommended).
Red wine adds richness, while balsamic gives a slight sweetness—choose based on preference.
Don’t skip the gravy—it elevates the dish significantly.
Leftovers taste even better the next day.
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