Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

Slow cooker chuck roast with potatoes and carrots is the ultimate winter comfort meal. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfectly tender and flavorful chuck roast every time. The cozy aroma of this dish will fill your home and make your family beg for seconds. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets Ready in 20 Minutes and Creamy Chicken Stroganoff with Mushrooms and Egg Noodles.

What You'll Need for Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 lb boneless beef chuck roast
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: Sour cream or Greek yogurt

How to Make Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

1. 1: Rub the chuck roast with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme.
2. 2: Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker and surround it with potatoes, carrots, and onions.
3. 3: Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart.
4. 4: Remove the meat from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker and mix it with the vegetables and juices.
5. 5: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.

Storing & Reheating Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated on the stovetop or in the oven.

Freezing Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

Freeze leftover chuck roast for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a thicker gravy, mix 2 tbsp of cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water and stir it into the slow cooker before serving.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the beef chuck roast with pork shoulder or chicken thighs for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge. Place them in the slow cooker in the morning and set it to low for 8 hours.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the meat is still tough, cook it for an additional hour or two on low in the slow cooker.

Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

4-8 hrs

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Total

4-8 hrs 15 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 lb boneless beef chuck roast
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 large onion, sliced

Seasonings

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. 1: Rub the chuck roast with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme.
2. 2: Place the chuck roast in the slow cooker and surround it with potatoes, carrots, and onions.
3. 3: Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart.
4. 4: Remove the meat from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker and mix it with the vegetables and juices.
5. 5: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a thicker gravy, mix 2 tbsp of cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water and stir it into the slow cooker before serving.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the beef chuck roast with pork shoulder or chicken thighs for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge. Place them in the slow cooker in the morning and set it to low for 8 hours.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the meat is still tough, cook it for an additional hour or two on low in the slow cooker.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze leftover chuck roast for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated on the stovetop or in the oven.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 21g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 8g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Slow Cooker Chuck Roast with Potatoes and Carrots and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!