Description
A tender and flavorful slow cooker roast beef recipe that uses a beef chuck roast seared to perfection and slowly cooked with garlic, onions, carrots, and herbs in a savory beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, resulting in a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth dish perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasoning
- 3 lb beef chuck roast
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
Liquids and Herbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Season the Beef: Generously season the beef chuck roast on all sides with kosher salt and black pepper to enhance the natural flavors before cooking.
- Sear the Roast: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side, until it achieves an even brown crust which locks in juices and adds depth of flavor.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker Base: Place the sliced onion, carrot chunks, and minced garlic evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker to create a flavorful bed for the roast.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared roast onto the vegetables. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then add the fresh rosemary sprigs on top to infuse aromatic herbal notes during cooking.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and easy to shred as the connective tissues break down slowly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove rosemary sprigs. Use two forks to shred the beef, mixing it gently with the cooked vegetables and juices. Serve hot for a hearty, comforting meal.
Notes
- For best results, use a well-marbled chuck roast to ensure juicy, tender meat.
- Searing the meat before slow cooking adds aromatic flavor and color but can be skipped if short on time.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.
- You can omit the Worcestershire sauce to make this recipe gluten-free if you use a gluten-free alternative or omit entirely.
