Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner

Tender, fall-apart Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots is the ultimate cozy family dinner. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to the most flavorful, tender chuck roast you’ve ever had. The cozy aroma of this hearty meal will fill your home and make your family beg for seconds. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Hearty Turkey Meatball Soup with Orzo and Spinach and Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap Recipe for Easy Dinner.

What You'll Need for Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 lb boneless beef chuck roast
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: Sour cream or Greek yogurt

How to Make Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner

1. Prepare the roast: Rub the chuck roast with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the roast, and sear on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
2. Add vegetables: Transfer the roast to the slow cooker. Add potatoes, carrots, onion, minced garlic, and beef broth to the slow cooker.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is tender and potatoes are cooked through.

Storing & Reheating Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the roast and vegetables the night before. Store in the fridge and add to the slow cooker in the morning.

Freezing Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner

Freeze cooked roast for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, covered with foil. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, covered with a damp paper towel.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a healthier option, use a leaner cut of beef like sirloin or flank steak.
• Best substitution: Substitute the beef broth with red wine for added flavor.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your roast is still tough, try cooking it longer or adding more liquid to the slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

8-10 hrs (low) or 4-5 hrs (high)

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Total

8-10 hrs (low) or 4-5 hrs (high)

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 lb boneless beef chuck roast
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 onion, sliced

Seasonings

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Prepare the roast: Rub the chuck roast with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the roast, and sear on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
2. Add vegetables: Transfer the roast to the slow cooker. Add potatoes, carrots, onion, minced garlic, and beef broth to the slow cooker.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is tender and potatoes are cooked through.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a healthier option, use a leaner cut of beef like sirloin or flank steak.
• Best substitution: Substitute the beef broth with red wine for added flavor.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your roast is still tough, try cooking it longer or adding more liquid to the slow cooker.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked roast for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, covered with foil.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, covered with a damp paper towel.
• Make ahead: Prepare the roast and vegetables the night before. Store in the fridge and add to the slow cooker in the morning.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 650mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 7g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots: Cozy Family Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!