Description
This Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pot Roast is a comforting, flavorful dish made with tender beef, fresh garlic, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this recipe creates a melt-in-your-mouth meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Beef Chuck Roast: 3-4 lbs (1.4-1.8 kg)
- Garlic: 6 cloves, minced
- Fresh Herbs: 2 sprigs each of rosemary and thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Beef Broth: 2 cups (480 ml)
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef:
- Season beef with salt and pepper.
- Sear in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides (about 4 minutes per side).
- Prepare Aromatics:
- Sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Stir in fresh herbs and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Slow Cook:
- Place seared beef on top of the aromatics. Pour beef broth around the roast. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 5-6 hours.
- Serve:
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Slice and serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For added flavor, include chopped carrots and potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Searing the beef is optional but enhances the dish’s flavor.
- Use low-sodium beef broth for better control over salt levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g