This amazing brown gravy pot roast is seasoned to perfection, and then cooked low and slow in the slow-cooker. The pot roast is fork tender, and full of flavor.
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It is so amazing to come home to a home cooked meal after a long day of work. This brown gravy roast has been a family favorite for many years for that reason alone!
Why we love this pot roast recipe
Well, simply put, the flavors are absolutely amazing! There are millions of different variations of pot roast available online.
However, this amazing brown gravy pot roast sets itself apart from the rest.It has been handed down generation to generation in my family, so it is a tried and true recipe.
First off, any meal that you can "set it and forget it," is already a winner in my eyes! My slow-cooker gets a lot of play time during fall. Which is another reason why this is a beautiful recipe.
Place it in the slow cooker, and several hours later you come home to a house that smells wonderful, and a meal that's ready to go!
Another staple that makes this pot roast so amazing, is that you are cooking it right in the gravy. Since the meat simmers and tenderizes in the gravy for several hours, it allows it to absorb all of the delicious flavors.
Furthermore, the robust seasonings we add directly to the pot roast before searing it, add more amazing flavors.
Ingredients for chuck roast beef:
You can use any cut of roast, but chuck roast is preferred. Gather these ingredients:
- Roast beef: a rump roast, or shoulder roast will work. Chuck roast is a very affordable cut of meat though.
- Vegetables: the best vegetables to add to your roast are onions, carrots, potatoes, and celery
- Gravy: use a prepared brown gravy to pour over the beef while it is cooking
- Seasonings: your typical seasoning for the chuck roast include seasoned salt, garlic powder, pepper, and worcestershire sauce.
What if I do not have a slow cooker?
No worries! If you don't own a slow cooker (which I highly recommend that you do), you can cook the roast in the oven. Follow all of the instructions below, except the slow cooker part. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Place the roast in a roasting dish, or a cast iron skillet, add about 2 cups of broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable) directly into the pan.
Cover the pan with foil, and place it in the oven. Cook the roast for 3-4 hours. Depending on size of roast, cooking times may vary. Check the roast every 45-60 minutes to ensure there are enough liquids in the pan.
Great side dishes to go with the Amazing Brown Gravy Pot Roast:
- Loaded mashed potatoes
- Cheesy bacon ranch scalloped potatoes
- Southern macaroni and cheese
- Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Virtually anything that can help soak up that delicious gravy that the roast is swimming in would make for an amazing side dish.
How to make the Pot Roast:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet (cast iron skillet works best). Evenly distribute the seasoning on all sides of the chuck roast with all of the seasonings, except the rosemary.
- Add the roast to the skillet and sear it on all sides until a nice brown crust forms.
- Once the pot roast is browned on all sides, place it into the slow cooker. Add the onions, celery, and carrots on top of the roast.
- Prepare the brown gravy according to package directions. I like the McCormick brand brown gravy mix because it does not contain MSG, and has a wonderful flavor; however, any brand will work.
- Pour the gravy over the top of the vegetables and the roast. Add the red wine, and Worcestershire sauce into the slow cooker. Red wine can be omitted, but it adds a very rich flavor to the gravy.
- Turn the heat to low for 8 hours, or high for 6 hours.
After a long days work, you will come home to the most wonderful smelling house! The aroma of an amazing brown gravy pot roast will be wafting through the air. Enjoy the roast with sides of your choice.
Refrigerate the leftovers for up to 5 days, or freeze the pot roast in a Ziploc freezer bag for up to 4 weeks.
📖 Recipe
Amazing Brown Gravy Pot Roast
This amazing brown gravy pot roast is seasoned to perfection, and then cooked low and slow in the slow-cooker. The pot roast is fork tender, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 whole Chuck Roast, (any cut of roast will work)
- ¼ cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Seasoning salt
- 2 tablespoons Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper
- ½ bag Baby carrots
- 1 whole Onion, sliced or chopped
- 3 stalks Celery, chopped
- 2 packs Brown gravy mix, prepared
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire
- ½ cup Red wine (optional)
- 2 cloves Garlic, diced
- 2 sprigs Rosemary
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet (cast iron skillet works best). Evenly distribute the seasoning on all sides of the chuck roast with all of the seasonings.
- Add the roast to the skillet and sear it on all sides until a nice brown crust forms.
- Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker. Add the onions, celery, carrots, chopped garlic and rosemary sprigs on top of the roast.
- Prepare the brown gravy according to package directions. Pour the gravy over the top of the vegetables and the roast. Add the red wine, and Worcestershire sauce into the slow cooker.
- Turn the heat to low for 8 hours, or high for 6 hours.
Notes
Roast can also be cooked in a roasting pan in the oven at 350 degrees for 5 hours (cooking time may vary depending on size of roast, and oven settings).
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 198Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 275mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 6g
This information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators.
Kelly
Has anyone tried this with a jarred gravy? If so, how did it turn out and what kind did you use?
Ben Dover
When do you add garlic and rosemary?
Tamara J.
Hey Ben, great question! I'm updating the instructions now. I throw the rosemary and garlic in with all of the veggies and meat (once it is seared).
Anna Brown
What about the grease from the meat? Chuck roast has a lot.
Tamara J.
Do you have a particular question regarding the grease? I do not save it, and usually remove the vegetables and roast and place them on a serving platter.
Jazz
Set it and forget it meals are my favorite, too!
Tamara J.
They are the best!
SHANIKA
Pot Roast is such a popular dish and this recipe looks and sounds amazing!
Tamara J.
It is an amazing dish, thank you!
Katrina Adams
Yummy!!! This roast looks delicious and I love fix it and forget recipes too!!!
Tamara J.
Yes, that's the best way to cook "set it and forget it!"
Eden
Loving this pot roast recipe! The gravy comes out flavorful and the meat so tender every. single. time. A serious fave!
Tamara J.
I am glad you enjoy it!
Adri Ruff
This is perfect for this cooler weather that sucks coming. Thank you for the recipe!
Tamara J.
It is a great comfort dish to enjoy during cooler months!
Aly
I am not much of a meat eater, but I have a feeling my sister will LOVE to whip up this recipe for when the family gets to gether for Thanksgiving. Thank you for sharing!!!!
Tamara J.
It would be an awesome Thanksgiving dish!
Brittany Fiero
The fall weather makes me want all comfort foods and I have been missing pot roast! This looks absolutely flavorful and tender. I'll be making this soon.
Tamara J.
Wonderful! I hope you enjoy it.
Marta
Pot roast doesn't really get the love it deserves! I love this version so much!
Tamara J.
I agree! It is very underrated!