Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italian Pot Roast, a comforting dish that showcases tender chuck roast slow-cooked with savory herbs, vibrant vegetables, and tomatoes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, delivering an unforgettable taste experience that feels like a warm embrace. With minimal effort, you can impress your loved ones and fill your home with mouthwatering aromas. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 sweet onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 3 carrots, cut into chunks
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions, garlic, carrots, and celery.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove the roast from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (about 7-8 minutes).
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes and beef broth; scrape any browned bits from the pan.
- Transfer everything into a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Place the browned roast on top and add bay leaves and fresh herbs.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until the meat shreds easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg