Simple Slow Cooker Chuck Roast
Chuck roast slow cooked until fork tender that can be used in a variety of dishes.
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker
- 1 Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 -4 lb Chuck Roast
- 1 1/2 tsp Salt you can use regular table salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Yellow onion, sliced Can use a Vidalia onion
- 32 oz Beef broth, low sodium
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 sprigs Thyme, Fresh 1/2 tsp dried
Instructions
- Sprinkle both sides of the chuck roast with salt and black pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet, then brown all sides of the chuck roast, approx. 5 minutes per side, then transfer the roast to the slow cooker.
- Add the sliced onions; then add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add the thyme sprigs to the broth.
- Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 8 hours.
- Remove the chuck roast to a plate and shred using a fork, then place it back into the slow cooker to mix with juices.
- Serve as desired.
Notes
To serve with polenta simply make polenta according to package directions. Top with the cooked, shredded chuck roast and its juices. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese over top.
You can also add in carrots and potatoes when adding in the beef broth to make it a complete meal.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for later use.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 1492mgPotassium: 948mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
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