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Cozy Crockpot Pot Roast Recipe Easy Slow Cooker with Gravy and Vegetables

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A comforting slow cooker pot roast with melt-in-your-mouth beef, rich gravy, and perfectly soft root vegetables, ideal for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds beef chuck roast, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable oil for searing)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks (can substitute with turnips)
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 cup additional beef broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season all sides evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on each side for 3-4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Transfer the roast to the slow cooker.
  3. Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the roast. Add thyme sprigs and bay leaves around the meat.
  4. Place carrots, parsnips, onion quarters, and potatoes around and on top of the roast in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
  6. Remove the roast and vegetables to a serving platter and keep warm. Ladle about 1 cup of cooking liquid into a small saucepan.
  7. In a bowl, whisk flour with the additional 1/2 cup beef broth to make a smooth slurry. Slowly add this to the saucepan, whisking constantly over medium heat until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Slice or shred the pot roast as desired, spoon gravy generously over the meat and vegetables, and serve.

Notes

Searing the meat before slow cooking adds rich flavor and locks in juices. Use fresh herbs if possible for brighter flavor. Adjust salt at the end due to broth and Worcestershire sauce saltiness. Let roast rest 10 minutes before slicing to keep juices locked in. If gravy is too thick, whisk in more broth or water to desired consistency. Slow cooker liner can ease cleanup.

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Keywords: pot roast, slow cooker, crockpot, comfort food, beef roast, gravy, root vegetables, easy dinner, slow cooking

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