Looking for more ways to prepare a chuck roast? Check out this Perfect Instant Pot Pot Roast or this Slow Cooker Pot Roast with the BEST gravy!. There’s something truly special about a classic pot roast recipe that’s been slowly cooked to perfection. The meat is melt-in-your-mouth tender, complemented with savory vegetables and the best gravy, it’s such a welcoming and comforting meal! While this recipe has a longer cooking time, it’s made with simple ingredients and only requires 15 minutes of prep time. Plus, the cook time is hands off! For more delicious Sunday dinner recipes, check out my Slow Cooker Honey Balsamic Pulled Pork, Honey Baked Ham, or these Baked Tuscan Chicken Breasts!
Ingredients Needed:
Oil: any kind of cooking oil will work for sautéing. I tend to use canola oil or olive oil. Onion: to provide a savory flavor base for the dish. Spice Rub Seasoning: use a combination of Lawry’s seasoning salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and black pepper to season the beef before searing it. Beef Roast: beef chuck or blade roasts are optimal because of their marbling, which breaks down during slow cooking, ensuring a juicy and flavorful result. Broth: use a low-sodium beef broth as the base for our cooking liquid. It infuses the roast with a deep, beefy flavor. Chicken broth can be used for a lighter taste if you prefer. Carrots: classic to a traditional pot roast, they add color and nutrients to the dish and are great for soaking in the rich flavor of the gravy. Potatoes: I like using baby or creamer potatoes, but any variety will work well. Balsamic Vinegar: adds a tangy kick and helps break down the meat’s fibers, enhancing its tenderness. Tomato Paste & Worcestershire Sauce: adds a rich, umami depth to the dish as well as a bit of acidity and sweetness, while Worcestershire sauce provides a salty and savory punch. Honey: This sweetens the dish slightly, balancing out the savory elements. Corn Starch: helps thicken the gravy, giving it a luscious consistency that’s perfect for drizzling over the roast and side dishes. Spices: use Paprika, Salt, Black Pepper, these seasonings are essential to elevating the dish’s flavor profile. Ketchup: a touch of ketchup can add a sweet and tangy brightness to the sauce, use your favorite brand.
How to Make Dutch Oven Pot Roast
This recipe is easy to make, but the slow cooking method does take some time, so be sure to plan accordingly. Full instructions are included in the recipe card below.
How do I store Beef Pot Roast?
Store leftover pot roast once it has fully cooled Stored correctly in the refrigerator, your pot roast should remain delicious for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, you can place it in a large pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until it’s warmed through. Add a splash of beef broth to rejuvenate the dish and ensure the meat remains moist.
Can I freeze Beef Chuck Roast?
If you’ve made a larger batch or simply want to save the roast at a later date, you can freeze it. Keep in mind that the potatoes and carrots will have a softer texture after freezing, so you might prefer to freeze just the beef in the gravy and add vegetables after thawing. Make sure it’s in a freezer-safe, airtight container, and it can last up to 2-3 months in the freezer. To enjoy, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat as mentioned above.
Classic Pot Roast Variations
Make a lower-carb version. Use cauliflower instead of potatoes for a lower-carb pot roast. Remember that cauliflower cooks more quickly than potatoes, so you will want to add them halfway through the cooking time. Use the crock pot or instant pot. Use my Crock Pot Pot Roast recipe to make this dish in a slow cooker, or this Instant Pot Pot Roast recipe to make it in a pressure cooker.
Serving Suggestions
This Pot Roast is a great one pot meal, with the meat and veggies cooked together in a melody of aromatic flavor! It’s the epitome of comfort food, and it’s perfect for serving at a dinner party. If you want to make it go further or have some extra things to make it more of a complete meal, try some extra vegetables and bread side dishes. These Roasted Green Beans, Roasted Vegetables would provide more color and nutrients to the meal and don’t require much prep to make. Try some of our favorite bread side dishes too, like these Homemade Dinner Rolls, Mom’s Homemade Buns, and my Homemade Crescent Rolls!
More Delicious One-Pot Recipes to Try
Italian Sausage Gnocchi Skillet
Italian Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili
Green Chile Mac and Cheese
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