How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Pot Roast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow cooker pot roast is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a cozy family dinner. This recipe is easy to make and requires minimal hands-on time, making it a great option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a tender, flavorful roast that's sure to be a hit with your family.

One of the best things about making pot roast in a slow cooker is that it's virtually foolproof. Even if you're not an experienced...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 (1.2 ounce) package dry beef gravy mix
  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
  • 1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
  • ½ cup water, or as needed
  • 5 whole peeled carrots (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray. Spread onion slices in the bottom of the cooker.
  • Pat roast dry and sprinkle all over with salt and pepper. Spread flour onto a work surface and roll roast in flour to coat all sides, using your hands or a small sturdy plate to pound flour into the meat. Place floured roast into the slow cooker on top of onions.
  • Whisk together beef gravy mix, ranch dressing mix, and Italian dressing mix in a bowl, then add water and whisk until smooth. Pour over roast. Distribute carrots around the meat.
  • Cover the slow cooker, set to Low, and cook until roast is tender and gravy has thickened, about 8 hours.
  • Nutrition

    385 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 87mg
    • Sodium: 1288mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 473mg