Description
Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast is a delightful dish perfect for any gathering or cozy family dinner. This recipe features a tender, juicy beef chuck roast infused with aromatic garlic and herbs, simmered slowly in a flavorful broth that fills your home with an irresistible aroma. With minimal preparation and easy cleanup, this pot roast becomes a comforting staple that everyone will crave. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside roasted vegetables for a hearty meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 – 3½ pounds boneless beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef stock or broth
- 1 cup apple juice
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sear the meat: Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the pot roast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Prepare the slow cooker: Transfer the browned roast to a slow cooker. Add chopped onion, carrots, broth, apple juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours until the beef is tender.
- Shred and serve: Shred the pot roast with two forks in the slow cooker. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over mashed potatoes or as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg