Beef Roast Crockpot Recipe
There's nothing quite like coming home to the aroma of a hearty, home-cooked meal. This beef roast crockpot recipe is the perfect solution for busy weeknights! It’s fall-apart tender, packed with flavor, and requires minimal effort. Forget slaving over a hot stove – simply toss a few ingredients into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic. This is a family-friendly favorite that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation. Enjoy a delicious and comforting meal without the stress!
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Large skillet,
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb beef chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 carrots chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch optional, for thickening gravy
- 2 tbsp water optional, for thickening gravy
Instructions
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned. This step adds incredible flavor!
- Prep the Vegetables: While the roast is searing, chop the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic.
- Layer in the Crockpot: Place the chopped vegetables in the bottom of the crockpot. This creates a flavorful bed for the roast.
- Add the Roast: Place the seared beef roast on top of the vegetables.
- Season: Sprinkle the roast with dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Add Liquids: Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the roast.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender. The longer it cooks, the more tender it will be!
- Make Gravy (Optional): If you want a thicker gravy, remove the roast from the crockpot and set aside to rest. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the crockpot and stir. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Shred and Serve: Shred the beef with two forks. Serve with the vegetables and gravy.
Notes
For a keto crockpot recipe, omit or reduce the carrots. Use olive oil instead of vegetable oil if preferred. Ensure Worcestershire sauce and cornstarch are gluten-free if needed. Variations include adding red pepper flakes for spice or potatoes for heartier meals.