SLOW COOKER POT ROAST | an easy crock pot roast for dinner

This slow cooker pot roast has meltingly tender chuck roast and chunky vegetables infused in a savory, aromatic broth. It's a classic comfort food recipe. But the best part? It's so darn easy to make!
Pot roast is often a star addition to a holiday table between Thanksgiving and Christmas. But this version is such a set-it-and-forget-it type of meal after you sear the big hunk of meat, which makes it perfect for any Sunday dinner... I'd say from now until Spring! So grab your crock pot and I'll walk you through everything you need to know on how to make the perfect pot roast.
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► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Chop the vegetables
02:14 What type of meat to use for pot roast
02:35 Season the chuck roast
03:20 Sear the chuck roast on the stove
04:28 Add the meat and vegetables to the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours
05:46 Thicken the broth (optional)
06:14 Shred the meat
06:42 Place the pot roast meat and vegetables on a serving platter
07:40 Taste test
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[@Downshiftology]

Fall *finally* arrived in California with rainy weather today. And you know what's perfect on a cold and rainy day? POT ROAST! Hope you guys enjoy this slow cooker pot roast recipe. :) What other slow cooker or crock pot recipes are you interested in next? Any favorites? Let me know! xo - Lisa

[@presidentsanta4785]

Something with boneless chicken thighs? It’s always on sale around here(Cincinnati Ohio)!

[@sherryg5813]

Chicken and dumplings

[@lorig6198]

Any soup ideas for the slow cooker or soups in general? I love your recipes! Thank you for the wonderful videos! Making your pumpkin overnight oats today and can’t wait for breakfast tomorrow!

[@alanvonau278]

*@Lisa I love you recipes because they are practical for the home cook and you explain well why you do what you do Thank you for sharing your experience!*

[@magdalenapichler4182]

You could add some quince jam after cooking.

[@juliarevaloarevalo]

To give extra flavor, I sauté the onion and garlic right after I seared the meat. Then I deglaze the pan with the broth. I normally use homemade bone broth. This extra step gives SOOOO MUCH FLAVOR!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Yep, you can definitely do that as well 😊

[@amandaklanseck6656]

Darn your right. I missed that. I’ll do it next time !

[@brian5606]

@@amandaklanseck6656 Well you better darnit

[@ultralooter]

Thanks for the tip

[@jesseobrien5864]

You're a crockpot legend ❤

[@cindyfeinauer6371]

This recipe was so tasty, everyone in my family raved about how flavorful and tender the meat was! I added the veggies to the bottom, I subbed green pepper for celery. I didn’t have wine so I used a 1/4 cup tomato sauce with a 1/2 cup diced tomatoes and a little extra broth. I used two onions one raw and one chopped, the other I caramelized in the pan after searing the meat. I put that on top of the roast with the tomato sauce ,then added the rosemary, thyme and bay leaves. I also added garlic powder, paprika and celery salt since I ran out of celery. This is bookmarked, it’s delicious!!

[@kimberlykennedy4500]

Made this Tuesday and had it for supper 4 nights. Very good and love how the house smells. ❤️

[@nocturnus009]

Love this for every veggie available for the veggies late in my CSA & greenmarket, October thru March: parsnip, turnip, fingerling, shallot & certain beets.

[@Downshiftology]

Parsnip and turnip would be lovely additions!

[@lisaarias2819]

I followed your recipe and was amazed at how WONDERFUL the pot roast turned out! Searing the meat and adding fresh herbs were the key. The meat was so tender. It was a huge hit with my entire family. There weren't ANY leftovers. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

[@thecrusader3152]

I heard the instructions wrong. I opened the wine, poured it into the crockpot, then enjoyed the rest. It’s 2PM and I’m drunk.

[@bert985]

Lol.. I hear ya

[@Charity.G.]

Best comment right here! 🤣🤣🤣

[@bugbug6270]

😂

[@kelelithabane2849]

I had a similar experience, the red wine was soooo good 👌👍👍

[@Libra_Babi]

😂😂😂I know it was good...lol

[@johnkim1043]

Your narration style is just great. Friendly, intuitive and helpful. Gonna make this one! 🙂

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks John! Hope you and your family enjoy this recipe 🙂

[@blake7908]

Always enjoy watching how wholesome and real your videos are! I’m no chef so I love the reality of your cooking so thanks again :)

[@Downshiftology]

Happy to hear my videos are helpful! Now you can be a rockstar in the kitchen 🙂

[@markwilkins9048]

Just found your channel a few days ago Lisa. You are a great resource for reasonable healthy meals/alternatives. You material is well thought out and your presentation is easy to understand. Your easy going and friendly personality makes for an entertaining and pleasant watch. Thank you and keep up the great work. I’m gonna try your cauliflower soup tonight and look forward to other recipes.

[@Hbd2002]

My mom used to cut little slits in the roast and stick slivers of garlic in it. It was delicious

[@traceytheisen8067]

Made this tonight and it was delicious. I consider myself a talented home cook, and this was the best crockpot pot roast I've ever had or made. It was not greasy at all and full a au jus. I decided to put this over mashed potatoes so I loaded the crockpot with carrots and celery. I was out of fresh herbs and used a sprinkle of dried rosemary and thyme. I used chicken stock instead of beef broth (as shown in video) and wine as indicated in recipe. I started late and cooked a 4.25lb roast on high for 5 hours and low for 2 , 1 extra would have been sufficient. The meat was melt in your mouth tender. OUTSTANDING! Just something about this combination was perfect perfect perfect.

[@kknep1091]

Just made your recipe today and must say it was fabulous!! Had to smile when you were talking about meat marbling just reminded me of advice my mother has given me. Thank you for sharing it truly is appreciated.

[@Downshiftology]

Glad to hear this pot roast was a success!

[@peterdalton9012]

This is the first recipe I looked at, and it's all I need. Wonderful selection of herbs and spices. Your kitchen is amazing :)

[@jtking76]

A fine simple presentation of an American classic presented by a very pleasant presenter. Most excellent.

[@DaEconomia]

😻🙀 My grandma cooked that, it was delicious, but I didn’t know how. This is the taste of my childhood! Thank you ☺️

[@Downshiftology]

This classic pot roast definitely brings back a sense of nostalgia ❤️ Hope you enjoy this new recipe!

[@AleksandraLapaeva]

Made this today! Thanks for another great recipe! You are my go to recipe resource, I know I can always trust the quality, it's usually easy to make and you offer so many autoimmune-friendly options.

[@Downshiftology]

Happy to hear you enjoyed this pot roast Aleksandra, and that I can help in any way I can when it comes to delicious gluten-free cooking 😊 If you ever have any requests, please let me know as well!

[@KatyMPerry]

Absolutely delicious recipe!!! I have made it three times so far and will continue to have it on my recipe rotation!!! YUM and thank you!!!

[@carolinerouleau3169]

♥️Un plat parfait pour une journée d’automne! it looks so good and comforting! Merci🌟🌷

[@mastery4living187]

Looks absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing.

[@lafandenuel5605]

shall I ask for more slow cooker recipes with garbanzo beans, lentils and any other beans of your liking? I find them so comforty and hearty in the winter. And leaving them in the pot in the morning and finding such a goodie to eat when you come back home to warm you up in the evening is just marvelous.

[@Downshiftology]

Absolutely! Will keep that in mind as I plan for another slow cooker recipe 😊

[@Dragon_rls]

Ohhhh my😮. That looks too good 👍. Thank you for posting. This was an absolute piece of culinary art.

[@catiecoleman910]

This was so good and tender.. thank you for this amazing recipe to my family🥰

[@janethnikodem3705]

Thank you!! I tried it today. My family and friends loved it! ❤

[@nobody-ly9ef]

Thank you for being my teacher.....I'm trying to learn how to cook food that my family and friends will enjoy....I'm cooking a pot roast based on your video tomorrow.....(your instruction is very succinct, and I look forward to learning more from you)

[@serenababy6358]

This was really good. I did 3+ lbs of chuck roast (and forgot just the bay leaves) from the recipe. My husband, FIL and I really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing your recipe! I will use it again.

[@boattothebelly]

Enjoyed this for a few days! As advertised…so good and worth sharing! Even had the fresh herbs from my garden still on hand to make it!

[@jodyhaas2248]

Just love watching your videos. Everything always looks amazing!

[@Cc0564]

Wow another crock pot dish ,great job👍👌👍👌👍✌️

[@polgara28]

Oh this looks delicious! Hearty and warm. 💓

[@fsjafsja508]

Excellent recipe and beautiful plating/presentation!

[@anar8851]

I just did the recepy, amazing smell, flavor and taste! thank you DS!

[@amirsamu4271]

I can actually meditate with your vids. You're the best.

[@Downshiftology]

Happy to hear they are so soothing 😂

[@rafitness3784]

This just made me hungry….awesome recipe will be trying this tomorrow for Sunday dinner

[@foodyumaroma]

It looks so delicious, beautifully prepared! Thank you...

[@chrisinedison]

Looks absolutely delicious!!! I’m definitely going to make this one. Thank you

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait for you to try this one! 😊

[@Polarbear2110]

It looks absolutely yummy! Can't wait to try it. Perfect for these fall days.

[@Downshiftology]

Definitely a must make for the cold weather months 😉

[@peppermintwoman2049]

Just started my pot roast with this exact recipe....8 hrs and we eat!! Thank you!

[@Novice0825]

How was it?

[@jowiens32]

Yum! Thank you! I’m definitely go to try it. I’d love recipes with an instant pot too!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this recipe! 😊

[@mrstmitchell]

Ok this just looks and feels like a warm hug!

[@martharodriguez4864]

Looks very tasty....thank you so much for sharing!

[@susanstrickland8822]

This is the best roast I've ever cooked!!! Thanks so much for this!

[@Downshiftology]

Glad you liked it Susan! 😉

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

Good Video. 👍 very informative 👏 in a clear precise manner & will definitely try your delicious 😋 simple healthy recipe 😋

[@oliversch7271]

This looks delicious I’m definitely gonna try this I’m new to the slow cooker I really like how simple they are to use

[@Downshiftology]

They’re so great for turning all sorts of meats into meltingly tender pieces!

[@TariqKhan-xt5qs]

Great video I just bought a slow cooker today. I appreciate how you get to the point without the mumbo jumbo.

[@rudyvel]

I just put mine in the crock pot. I know it's going to be wonderful!

[@joete3324]

Oh....looks soooooooooo good! it's soup time y'all! thank you

[@beverlyness7954]

Although my grandmother wasn't a very cook, we had pot roast at her house quite often. There were no slow cookers back then, but this recipe looks like my past and family gatherings. Thanks for reminding me of a wonderful choice for dinner very soon.

[@Downshiftology]

This classic pot roast always brings back a sense of nostalgia! Hope you enjoy Beverly 😊

[@myhealingenergy5043]

One if my favorite meals and I make roasts often in winter

[@Shellbee22]

Your Channel is great ! Wishing you much success with your book !

[@judithporras925]

Thanks for the recepie it came out super delish!! I doubted the 🍷 at first. But glad i followed it completely.

[@Downshiftology]

Glad your pot roast turned out perfectly Judith! 😊

[@miefknoedel8640]

Looks great! I’ve never added rosemary and thyme, only bay leaves. Trying this tomorrow as it will be around 30 degrees out. Thanks!

[@lauratrejo2908]

Thanks!! Looks really good ,! Perfect for this weather .🍁

[@Downshiftology]

Can't do cold weather months without this slow cooker pot roast!

[@mariacasella979]

Your so right!!we have fall here in Cali-out of all the days I ask for rain,it will rain tomorrow when we're at Disneyland!!but making this before we leave will be amazingly delicious at night and smell sooo good!!I love crockpot meals thanx for sharing 💖

[@Downshiftology]

This will be the perfect recipe to come home to after a long day at Disneyland! Hope you and your family enjoy this pot roast 😊

[@KatyMPerry]

I was looking for a crock pot pot roast recipe and definitely found it here!!! Absolutely delicious and it will stay on my recipe rotation!!! Thank you!!

[@Downshiftology]

Glad you enjoyed this pot roast!

[@musicmarlene]

Thanks, looks good, I had pot roast on my list of dinners to make soon. I appreciate your videos so much.

[@Downshiftology]

Perfect timing! Hope you enjoy this version Marlene.

[@dannyzamora6875]

Thanks! I'll be trying this out tonight

[@ria8608]

Perfect for the season🍁🍂

[@Downshiftology]

Can't do autumn or winter without pot roast!

[@1901yvonne]

Thank you for mentioning about avocado oil for high heat.

[@annmlatina6842]

Lisa OMG im waiting for your cookbook! 💖💗

[@kunapusan]

I love the comment on the oil splatters! I make them all the time and my wife hates them (but I do try and wipe them up!). Thinking of trying this tomorrow during our atmospheric river that will be arriving in CA! Thanks for another amazing recipe Lisa! This will be perfect this fall!

[@Downshiftology]

This is the perfect recipe to cozy up with on a rainy day 😊

[@erinstanger416]

This recipe brings back a lot of memories from when I was a kid.

[@Downshiftology]

It’s definitely a nostalgic recipe! ❤️

[@MadameX_]

I make this regularly. It’s a hit! And I can morph the leftovers into other dishes during the week. I add the herbs to the skillet when I deglaze the pan with wine and add the beef broth. Then pour into the crockpot. Yum!

[@Downshiftology]

Great idea on deglazing the pan 😊 And yes, so many ways to eat this pot roast over the week - which I have a few options written in the blog post as well.

[@michaeltamburello]

Made it twice with a few twists of my own! Thanks!

[@harrok38]

Most excellent! Thank you! It came out perfectly!

[@Downshiftology]

Great to hear! 😊

[@bradyvelvet9432]

I could eat a bowl of just those veggies! And the pot roast just makes it better! 😋💕❤️

[@Downshiftology]

You and I both! They’re both great ingredients separately and can be used for different types of meals - which I mention in the blog post 😉

[@jessicashenkir8807]

Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to try this recipe out.

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this pot roast Jessica! 😊

[@SyreetaKing]

Perfection...definitely will be adding this for the fall/winter rotation.

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait for you to try this pot roast!

[@SyreetaKing]

@@Downshiftology Me too 😉

[@SJ-ev6by]

Looks so good!!

[@kathy6762]

God bless you lady. You are helping me to eat healthy. Thank you. Keep your beautiful smile. Fatima from Morocco.

[@Downshiftology]

Happy to hear that ❤️ Hope you enjoy this new recipe!

[@emanuellandeholm5657]

Honestly, that chuck looks amazing. I'm on my first ever crockpot right now, which is simply minced beef, bacon, tomatoes and some veggies. This is without searing. I've already prepared my next pot, which is going to be a whole, well seared, cut up, chicken with root veggies, mustard and green lentils. WIsh me luck!

[@sydnimiller7818]

Thanks for the tutorial!

[@slydon75]

This is a well done, informative video!

[@maryday65]

👍Great job! Trying it tomorrow!

[@Jen39x]

Yet another excellent sounding recipe for what would seem an overcrowded field but this looked so good I’m going to definitely try it

[@Downshiftology]

It’s a great all-in-one meal to have on hand 🙂

[@normidwest1316]

love pot roast so much thank you for posting

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this recipe! 😊

[@mariacasella979]

It's an extra step but braising the meat first and adding all those bits into the crockpot is 😋she is the best👍😍

[@Downshiftology]

I couldn't agree more! It really adds to the flavor and texture of the meat.

[@anyajohnson8664]

Awesome! Thank you! 💐

[@shawncat65]

Excellent video!

[@germainmorin4925]

I'll definitely give this one a try, especially with the fresh herbs! My grandma used to add a few corn cobs to her pot roast. We would all end up arguing about who would get them!

[@ChristinaLynnF]

This sounds amazing, did she let them cook the whole time do you know or add later on?

[@Quilting_jules]

Gorgeous! 👍🏻

[@Downshiftology]

Enjoy this slow cooker pot roast! 😊

[@patricia19551]

So good, thanks so much.

[@sabyegrp]

Great recipe. Followed every step. Added two items. About 14 baby Portabella mushrooms sliced and lightly saute' in olive oil, parsley and garlic, which I added to the mix as well as degalzing the pan. Also added a can of low fat cream of mushroom soup which I added to the beef broth and red wine in a large bowl and mixed well before pouring over the ingredients in the slow cooker. A great cool weather dinner.

[@Downshiftology]

Glad this recipe turned out great! It's definitely a winter staple.

[@RasCricketSmallAxe]

Lovely video and recipe, sis. Thank you.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy the recipe 😊

[@denton7773]

Grew up on this and now my son is too! It’s definitely one of my top 7 fav meals. Of all time.

[@moseskongi4746]

How often a week wood you eat this? Trying to figure out what your odds are for developing cancer since red meat is one of cancer's favorites.

[@denton7773]

@@moseskongi4746 1 every 2-4 months Mabey longer

[@sirisaacjoe9543]

@@moseskongi4746 what do you eat on a daily basis to stay healthy? Amy advice?

[@abigaildawn2996]

I’m so looking forward to making this going into winter here in Australia 🤤

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Northof25A]

Great video! You do a good job

[@Belfastboi]

I love your recipes ❤️

[@Downshiftology]

You're so sweet! Hope you love this new one.

[@vickyziogoulou2938]

The same ingredients but smallchunksof beefand olive oil make a super winter soup.Thank youMiss Downshift ology

[@HowToCuisine]

This piece of meat is so tender and looks delicious! 😍😍

[@rachalnocchi5600]

Thank you for such an easy and delish recipe! I can't wait to make this, soon I'm thinking! ;)

[@Downshiftology]

It's a winter must! Hope you love this one 😊

[@rachalnocchi5600]

@@Downshiftology I bought the chuck today!❤

[@blulamont]

Definitely a keeper! 💛

[@Downshiftology]

A fall and winter must make!

[@victorkevinuk92]

I love your recipes because are amazing. My partner and I we enjoy watch then and later we have a competition to see which one cooks more healthy. I from Canary Islands, Spain and I Iike eat special if healthy and homemade. Living in uk few years now I discover the slow cooker that is amazing device together with the pressure cooker that you can programme. In uk with the busy life and easy to find ready meal. No many people have time or energy to cook but watching your videos help me to find new ideas in my weekly menu. Thank you for your videos.

[@willmcdaniel5989]

I'll be making this dish this weekend. My mom made this exact dish many many many times the same way you do it. I lost her in July after her 14 year cancer fight and it's just me and my father who's paralyzed in a hospital bed. Just wanted to say thank you for the sharing 🙏

[@Downshiftology]

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I hope this pot roast brings back beautiful memories ❤️

[@AaallyAbb]

Looks delicious! Gonna make it for dinner tomorrow 💕💕

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait to see how your slow cooker pot roast turns out ❤️

[@AaallyAbb]

@@Downshiftology it smells AMAZING! Few more hours to go 😋

[@diannamarie464]

Yes! Thank you for this video! One of my biggest problems that hold me back from making a pot roast is what type of meat and how to cook it because for some reason I never been good at cooking beef (except for ground beef of course, which I have used a lot!). The only thing now is I don’t have a cast iron skillet so what can I use instead? I have a stainless steel and a “nonstick”.

[@theresachristie7150]

I think that either of those would work fine! I have never owned a cast iron skillet til recently, and I have survived!!!!😁

[@livesmart9481]

Definately will try!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait for you to try this recipe! 😊

[@mariadiebert892]

Definitely putting this recipe on my must make list ☺️

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait for you to try this pot roast Maria!

[@mariadiebert892]

@@Downshiftology Neither can I ☺️

[@maryooliss]

Just popped it in the crockpot and can’t wait to see how it turns out! We are having an especially spectacular Fall in Colorado, and today is crisp and rainy. 🎃

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoyed this pot roast recipe! 😊

[@maryooliss]

It was absolutely delightful! Huge improvement over my last one!

[@sakurahannah546]

Wow 😮 it's look delicious😋❤ It's good for cold seasons😌

[@Downshiftology]

Absolutely! It's time to bring out your slow cooker to make cozy recipes like this one 😉