Crockpot Pot Roast
Crockpot pot roast is a classic comfort food that blends tender meat, hearty vegetables, and rich gravy, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds chuck roast
- 1 pound potatoes, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup beef stock
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the roast with salt and pepper. Place it into a 7-quart crockpot.
- Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced onion around the roast.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, onion powder, oregano, and thyme. Pour this mixture over the roast and vegetables.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 6 to 7 hours.
- For the best results, cook it slowly on low heat to achieve extra tenderness.
- About 15 minutes before serving, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Pour this into the crockpot and stir well.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, cover, and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the gravy thickens.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy! Crockpot pot roast is delicious served right from the crockpot.
- Plate generous portions of the tender roast alongside the cooked potatoes, carrots, and rich gravy.
Notes
For extra flavor, sear the roast in a hot pan before placing it in the crockpot. Feel free to mix and match vegetables! Make sure not to lift the lid too often while cooking, as this releases heat and could prolong cooking time.