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One of my favorite recipes is a simple and juicy Slow Cooker Pot Roast. Loaded with veggies and full of flavor this recipe is a must try and one that will be on my menu again.
Classic Dinner Recipe
Growing up Slow Cooker Pot Roast was always one of my favorite meals.
My mom would make it on Sundays and the house would smell incredible after church. I have carried that tradition on to my family and I love making it with them.
This recipe is so easy to make and a classic just like mom used to make.
Ingredient Notes:
Beef Chuck Roast: I prefer to use a beef chuck roast, but you change it up and try this recipe with beef brisket or top round roast.
Veggies: We use celery, carrots, onions, and russet potatoes. You can add more or less of your favorite .
Seasoning: The seasoning is easy. I use a package of each ranch seasoning, zesty Italian salad dressing seasoning, and brown gravy mix.
Directions
Step one: Add roast to the slow cooker and places veggies around and on top.
Recipe Tip
Remember when buying your beef that fat is a good thing. A roast marbled with fat will come out tender and delicious.
Step two: In a small mixing bowl add 1 cup water.
Add in ranch seasoning, zesty Italian, and brown gravy.
Whisk together then pour over ingredients in the slow cooker. Place slow cooker lid on.
Recipe Tip
I like mixing my seasoning with water so when I pour it in the water takes the seasoning all over the roast and veggies. You could also add in season and water separately.
Cooking Directions
Step three: Cook on low for 8-10 hours. Remember that time will vary depending on the size and cut of your roast.
Recipe Tip
You can also bake this in the oven. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Sear and brown your whole roast and onions. Then place it all in the oven for just 10-15 minutes before you drop the temperature to 250 degrees for 1 hour.
If your beef needs longer I suggest dropping the temperature again to 225 degrees and continue to bake until it’s cooked through and tender.
More of my Mom’s Classic Dinner Recipes:
I wanted to share with you more classic dinner recipes that my mom made, and my family now enjoys.
Some of her classics that we still love is chicken and rice casserole, easy Salisbury steak served with mashed potatoes, and of course the classic meatloaf recipe.
FAQs
Can I use broth instead of water? Yes you could just be careful to only use a low sodium. The packets of seasoning has so much flavor you don’t want an over salty roast.
What potato can I use beside russet? We love a classic russet potato but you can also use Yukon gold or red potatoes.
Should I sear my roast first? If you want to take your pot roast to the next level searing it on the stove top is a great idea. If you don’t have time you can toss it into the slow cooker and it will still taste amazing.
Can I use another onion? Yes for this recipe white or yellow onions will work perfectly.
Can I cook on high? I would suggest not cooking this roast on high. You could end up with tough or dry beef.
Try some of my other favorite slow cooker recipes:
Slow Cooker Swiss Steak – Slow Cooker Swiss Steak is a classic recipe that has been made for generations. It is a round steak slow cooked in tomatoes and onions that make a great sauce. You will love this easy to make recipe!
Slow Cooker Crack Chicken – This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken recipe is loaded with chicken, cheese, bacon and Ranch seasoning. Super creamy and super tasty you will not be able to stop eating this dinner!
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos – These Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos are mouth-watering good. They are so simple to make and one of my favorite recipes.
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Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds Chuck roast
- 3 stalks Celery , (diced)
- 4 Carrots, (peeled and diced)
- 3 large Russet potatoes, (wash, cut, and peeled if perfered)
- 1 small White onion, (diced)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 packet Ranch salad dressing seasoning, (dry)
- 1 packet Zesty Italian salad dressing seasoning, (dry)
- 1 packet Brown gravy mix, (dry)
Instructions
- Add roast to the slow cooker and places veggies around and on top.
- In a small mixing bowl add 1 cup water. Add in ranch seasoning, zesty Italian, and brown gravy. Whisk together then pour over ingredients in the slow cooker. Place slow cooker lid on.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours. Remember that time will vary depending on the size and cut of your roast
Notes
- Remember then buying your beef that fat is a good thing. A roast marbled with fat will come out tender and delicious.
- I like mixing my seasoning with water so when I pour it in the water takes the seasoning all over the roast and veggies. You could also add in season and water separately.
- You can also bake this in the oven. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Sear and brown your whole roast and onions. Then place it all in the oven for just 10-15 minutes before you drop the temperature to 250 degrees for 1 hour. If your beef needs longer I suggest dropping the temperature again to 225 degrees and continue to bake until it’s cooked through and tender.
Looks yummilicious, Thanks for the recipe, I’m trying this tomorrow.
Thank you, hope you enjoy it!!
There is nothing like a great Pot Roast, this looks delicious. Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great week.
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Miz Helen
Thanks Helen for hosting the linkup!!
I LOVE a good slow cooker recipe, and this looks AMAZING!!! Pinned immediately! 😉 Thanks for the recipe, Jennie! 🙂
Thanks so much for pinning it Brenda!!