The perfect comfort meal! Tender beef cooked low and slow in a rich, savory sauce with hearty veggies. Just 15 minutes of prep and the slow cooker does the rest!
⏰ Time:
• Prep: 15 minutes
• Cook: 8–10 hours
• Servings: 6
• Calories: 607 kcal (approx.)
👉What You’ll Need:
• 4–5 lbs beef chuck roast (prime or choice)
• Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
• 3 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
• 1 packet dry onion soup mix
• 2 cans cream of mushroom or chicken soup (or homemade)
▶️Optional Veggies:
• Carrots
• Red or Yukon gold potatoes
• Pearl onions
• Mushrooms
• Parsnips or celery
👉How to Make It:
✅️1. Sear the Beef:
◾️Season the roast generously with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet and sear the roast on all sides until nicely browned.
✅️2. Layer in the Slow Cooker:
◾️Lightly grease your slow cooker. Place the seared roast inside.
✅️3. Mix the Sauce:
◾️In a bowl, stir together the cream soup and dry onion soup mix. Pour it over the roast.
✅️4. Slow Cook to Perfection:
◾️Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
◾️Tip: Add vegetables about 1.5–2 hours before the roast is done.
👉Extra Tips:
• Homemade Upgrade: Use homemade soup and soup mix for a cleaner, healthier option.
• Serving Idea: Ladle it over buttery mashed potatoes.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Prep everything 1–2 days ahead and refrigerate.
• Freezer-Friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
• Alternate Cooking:
🔸️Instant Pot: Sear, add 1 cup broth, pressure cook 60–80 mins, natural release 15 mins.
🔸️Oven: Bake in a Dutch oven at 350°F for 4 hours with 2.5 cups beef broth.
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