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Pot Roast

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pot Roast for Cozy Family Dinners

This melt-in-your-mouth pot roast recipe is a comforting family favorite that elevates any gathering with its rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: High Protein Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 2.5-3 lb Lean beef chuck roast trimmed of visible fat
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for searing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder for depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder to complement fresh onion
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste for sweetness and complexity
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Chopped onion for savory base
  • 3 cloves Garlic cloves minced
  • 4 medium Carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 medium Potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
For the Broth and Seasoning
  • 2 cups Low-sodium beef broth for moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce to deepen umami flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme for earthy notes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary for fragrant touch

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Pat the beef chuck roast dry and season all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Remove the roast and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
  5. Stir in tomato paste with the sautéed onions and garlic, cooking for 1 minute.
  6. Return the roast to the pot, add carrots, potatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary.
  7. Cover and roast in the oven for 3 to 3½ hours until fork-tender.
  8. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding for serving.
  9. Serve the pot roast with the tender vegetables and pan juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, don't rush the searing process and use quality ingredients. Letting the pot roast rest after cooking ensures it retains its juices.

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