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Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots Recipe

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This Crock Pot Roast recipe delivers a tender, flavorful chuck roast slow-cooked to perfection with hearty baby potatoes and sweet carrots. Seared to create a savory crust and simmered in a rich, homemade gravy, this comforting meal is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, offering deep, well-balanced flavors with minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

Meat and Seasoning

  • 3-4 lb. Chuck Roast
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons flour

Liquids and Broths

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 beef bouillon cube (or 1 tsp better than bouillon)
  • 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce (can sub Worcestershire sauce)

Vegetables

  • 2 ¼ lbs. baby potatoes (halved or thirds for larger ones, whole if 1-2 inch size)
  • 2 lbs. whole carrots (peeled and cut into halves or thirds; thick carrots may be sliced lengthwise)

Other Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons corn starch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 2-3 drops Kitchen Bouquet browning and seasoning sauce (optional for darker color)
  • 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season Roast: Pat the chuck roast completely dry. Combine the brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, and black pepper in a bowl. Massage this seasoning mix evenly onto all sides of the roast, then coat the roast lightly with flour.
  2. Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned roast and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until a brown crust forms. Adjust heat if needed. Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
  3. Make Gravy Base and Transfer: Whisk together chicken broth, beef broth, bouillon cube, onion powder, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Add some of this mixture to the hot skillet used for searing and use a silicone spatula to scrape up browned bits, enhancing the gravy's flavor. Transfer all the gravy mix into the slow cooker along with the roast and any accumulated juices from the plate.
  4. Prepare Vegetables: Cut baby potatoes into halves or thirds for uniform size (leave smaller potatoes whole). Peel and cut carrots into halves or thirds; very thick carrots can be sliced lengthwise.
  5. Arrange in Slow Cooker: Place the potatoes evenly around the roast and then layer the carrots on top. Secure the slow cooker lid tightly to retain heat during cooking.
  6. Slow Cook: Cook on high heat for 5-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours without opening the lid to maintain temperature and ensure tenderness.
  7. Remove and Rest: Once cooking is done, carefully remove the carrots, potatoes, and roast, placing them on a serving platter and tenting with foil to keep warm.
  8. Prepare Gravy: Using oven mitts, transfer the cooking juices to a saucepan or place the crock directly on a stovetop if safe. Bring the juices to a boil.
  9. Thicken Gravy: Whisk corn starch and cold water until smooth. Gradually add this slurry into the boiling juices while whisking continuously. Lower the heat and simmer until the gravy thickens.
  10. Finish Gravy: Optionally add 2-3 drops of Kitchen Bouquet for a darker color. Swirl in one tablespoon of cold unsalted butter to add richness just before serving.
  11. Serve: Season the cooked carrots and potatoes with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot alongside the roast with the luscious gravy.

Notes

  • Chuck roast is ideal for slow cooking due to its marbling and texture, but brisket or bottom round can also be used.
  • Leaving the lid closed during cooking is crucial to maintain slow cooker temperature and tenderness.
  • Kitchen Bouquet Browning Sauce is optional and used for enhancing gravy color and flavor.
  • Adjust vegetables quantity based on personal preference or availability; root vegetables pair well with this roast.
  • For thicker carrots, cutting lengthwise ensures even cooking and tenderness.

Find it online: https://dishcooks.com/slow-cooker-chuck-roast-with-potatoes-and-carrots-recipe/