Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast
A comforting dish that brings rich flavors and tender meat to your table with minimal effort, perfect for busy families.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Total Time: 500 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- Beef Chuck Roast (3 to 4 pounds)
- Salt and Pepper
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic (4-6 cloves, minced)
- Fresh Herbs (2-3 sprigs each of rosemary and thyme)
- Beef Broth (2 cups)
- Onion (1, chopped)
- Vegetables (Optional: Carrots, celery, or potatoes)
Instructions
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Sear the roast in a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and fresh herbs over the top of the roast in the slow cooker.
- Prepare any additional vegetables and place them around the roast.
- Pour beef broth around the roast, avoiding the herbs.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until tender.
- Serve the roast sliced or shredded, with vegetables and broth.
Notes
Let the meat rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to maintain juiciness. Avoid overcrowding the slow cooker.