Here’s a classic and hearty way to prepare a Beef Chuck Roast — slow-cooked to tender perfection with rich flavor, ideal for a comforting meal.
🥩 Classic Slow-Cooked Beef Chuck Roast
Ingredients:
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3–4 lb (1.4–1.8 kg) beef chuck roast
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon dried thyme (or rosemary)
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 medium onion, sliced
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3–4 carrots, cut into large chunks
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3–4 potatoes, cut into chunks
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2 cups beef broth (or 1 cup broth + 1 cup red wine)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Season the Roast:
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Pat roast dry with paper towels.
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Rub with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
2. Sear (Optional but Recommended):
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear roast on all sides until nicely browned (about 3–4 minutes per side). This adds flavor.
3. Assemble in Slow Cooker (or Dutch Oven):
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Place sliced onions on the bottom.
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Add seared roast on top.
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Scatter carrots and potatoes around the roast.
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Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
4. Cook Low and Slow:
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Slow cooker: Cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 4–6 hours, until roast is fork-tender.
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Oven method: Cover and cook in a Dutch oven at 300°F (150°C) for 3.5–4 hours.
5. Serve:
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Slice or shred roast and serve with veggies and pan juices.
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Optional: thicken juices with a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) for gravy.
✅ Tips:
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Chuck roast is ideal because of its marbling — it gets super tender when slow-cooked.
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You can also add celery, mushrooms, or parsnips for more veggie variety.
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Leftovers make great sandwiches or beef stew!