Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker Recipe

This isn't your grandma's pot roast (unless your grandma was a culinary genius!). This recipe delivers fall-apart tender beef, bursting with savory flavor, cooked to perfection in your oven, on the stovetop, or slow cooker. Forget those pre-packaged mixes – this homemade pot roast is made with simple ingredients, resulting in a rich and deeply satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings. A true Midwestern masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 405 mins
Calories 317.1 kcal
Protein 75g
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Ingredients for Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker

  • 3-4 lb boneless beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 instant beef bouillon cube (or 1 tablespoon beef base)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 lb new potatoes
  • 1 lb carrots
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 celery stalks
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups water (for gravy)
  • 1/2 cup water (for slurry)

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How to Make Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker

  1. Trim excess fat from the 3-4 lb beef chuck roast.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the roast and drain excess fat from the pot.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 beef bouillon cube (or 1 tbsp beef base), 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Pour the liquid mixture into the Dutch oven.
  6. Return the roast to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  7. **Stovetop:** Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  8. **Oven:** (After step 6) Cover and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 1 hour.
  9. **Slow Cooker:** (See Slow Cooker Instructions below)
  10. Peel and chop 1 lb new potatoes and 1 lb sweet potatoes. Peel and chop 1 lb carrots, 1 large onion, and 2 celery stalks.
  11. Add the prepared potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery to the pot.
  12. **Stovetop & Oven:** Bring back to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the vegetables and meat are tender, about 45-60 minutes. Add a little water if needed to prevent sticking.
  13. **Slow Cooker:** (See Slow Cooker Instructions below)
  14. Transfer the meat and vegetables to a platter and keep warm.
  15. Skim off excess fat from the cooking juices in the pot.
  16. Add enough water to the juices to measure 1 1/2 cups.
  17. Return the juices to the pot (Dutch oven).
  18. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup flour to form a slurry.
  19. Whisk the slurry into the pan juices.
  20. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Season to taste.
  21. Serve the gravy over the pot roast and vegetables.
  22. **Slow Cooker Instructions:**
  23. Trim excess fat from the beef roast.
  24. Slice the prepared vegetables and place them in a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker.
  25. Place the roast on top of the vegetables.
  26. Pour the liquid mixture (from step 4) over the roast and vegetables.
  27. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours or on high for 5-6 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

16g

Carbs

6g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat The Americas American Fall Recipes Slow Cooker One Pot Meals

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker?

Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker takes about 425 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 405 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker?

Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker has approximately 317.1 calories per serving, with about 75 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker?

The key ingredients for Beef Pot Roast Pot Oven Or Slow Cooker are Boneless Beef Roast, Oil, Salt And Pepper, Worcestershire Sauce, Instant Beef Bouillon, Dried Basil. See the full list with measurements above.

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