Simple 4-Ingredient Pot Roast

A classic comforting pot roast thats incredibly tender and flavorful with minimal ingredients and effort.

This pot roast has been a family favorite for years the tender beef and potatoes make every meal special.

Ingredients

• Meat: 3–4 lb (1.4–1.8 kg) beef chuck roast
• Vegetables: 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved
• Seasoning: 1 oz (28 g) dry onion soup mix (1 packet)
• Liquid: 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium beef broth

Instructions

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Step 1:

Place the baby potatoes evenly on the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 2:

Set the beef chuck roast on top of the potatoes.

Step 3:

Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the roast.

Step 4:

Pour the beef broth around the sides of the roast, being careful not to wash off the seasoning.

Step 5:

Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

Step 6:

Transfer the roast and potatoes to a serving platter. Slice or shred the beef and serve with the potatoes and juices from the slow cooker.

Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

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Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

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This recipe always brings the family together for a warm hearty meal.

Required Tools

Slow cooker (minimum 6-quart) Chefs knife Cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains Onion (in soup mix) May contain gluten if soup mix is not certified gluten-free always double-check labels if sensitive.

Nutritional Information

Calories 410 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 17 g Protein 45 g per serving.

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A simple satisfying meal perfect for any day with minimal prep and maximum flavor.

Recipe Q&A

→ How long should the pot roast cook for tenderness?

Cook on LOW for about 8 hours until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are fully cooked through.

→ Can I add other vegetables to this dish?

Yes, carrots or celery can be added alongside the potatoes for extra flavor and texture.

→ Is searing the roast before slow cooking necessary?

Searing adds a deeper flavor and crust but is optional. It enhances taste but the slow cooking will still yield tender results.

→ What type of beef cut works best?

Beef chuck roast is ideal due to its marbling and toughness which breaks down slowly into tender meat.

→ How should leftovers be served?

Leftovers can be shredded for sandwiches or served over rice, making great use of the flavorful juices.