Irresistibly Juicy Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast Recipe
Savor the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast, a fork-tender masterpiece that brings family together.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- skillet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Roast
- 2-3 pounds Chuck Roast Choose a cut with good marbling for tenderness.
- to taste tsp Kosher Salt
- to taste tsp Black Pepper Fresh ground offers the best flavor.
For the Onion Mixture
- 3 cups Sliced Onions Shallots can add a milder flavor.
- 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic packs the most punch.
- 1 packet Beefy Onion Soup Mix Consider a homemade mix for customization.
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme is a fantastic alternative.
- 1 tsp Dried Rosemary Fresh rosemary can be used instead.
For the Sauce
- 10.5 ounces Condensed French Onion Soup Opt for low-sodium options if necessary.
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Feel free to swap with olive oil.
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Optional, enhances the gravy's richness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine sliced onions, minced garlic, beefy onion soup mix, dried thyme, and rosemary. Toss until well coated.
- Lightly spray the slow cooker insert with cooking spray. Add half of the onion mixture to the bottom.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on both sides until golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- Place the seared roast on top of the layered onions. Pour the remaining onion mixture over the roast, and then pour the condensed French onion soup on top.
- Top the roast with unsalted butter, cover the slow cooker, and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- In a saucepan, mix a cornstarch slurry using some of the cooking liquid to thicken it into a gravy.
- Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker, mixing it back with the gravy to coat every piece.
Notes
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles for a comforting touch.