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Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Savory Gravy

Whether you're a busy parent or simply a fan of comforting, home-cooked dishes, this recipe is a must-try!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 900 grams 2 pounds chuck roast
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 225 grams 8 ounces baby carrots
  • 450 grams 16 ounces gold potatoes, halved or quartered if large
  • 120 ml 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon herb and garlic seasoning
  • 15 ml 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 15 ml 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 sweet yellow onion sliced
  • 720 ml 3 cups beef broth
  • 30 grams 1/4 cup tapioca pearls
  • 30 grams 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 30 ml 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Method
 

  1. Season the chuck roast with herb and garlic seasoning, ensuring all sides are evenly coated.
  2. In a skillet or multi-cooker, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the seasoned roast on both sides until a golden crust forms. Transfer the roast to the slow cooker, along with the baby carrots and potatoes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 60 ml (1/4 cup) of water, creating a slurry.
  5. In another bowl, combine the cornstarch slurry, red wine, minced garlic, sliced onion, beef broth, tapioca pearls, and tomato paste. Mix well.
  6. Pour the mixture over the roast, carrots, and potatoes in the slow cooker.
  7. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the roast is fork-tender.
  8. Once cooked, carefully remove the roast, carrots, and potatoes from the slow cooker and transfer them to a serving platter.
  9. If desired, strain the remaining liquid from the slow cooker to separate the gravy.
  10. Serve the pot roast with the savory gravy alongside your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!