Description
Discover the delicious and hearty Easy Slow Cooker French Onion Roast, a perfect dinner idea featuring tender chuck roast cooked to perfection with rich caramelized onions and savory broth. This slow cooker recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering maximum flavor with minimal effort. Savor tender meat topped with sweet onions for a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 pounds Chuck Roast
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Optional: 1 cup sliced mushrooms
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the Chuck Roast on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
- Place the sliced onions in the bottom of your crock pot. Set the seared roast on top of the onions.
- Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper over the roast and onions. Add sliced mushrooms if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until the roast is tender and easily shredded.
- Once cooked, shred the meat and serve topped with caramelized onions and flavorful gravy. Pair with mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or a green salad.
Notes
- Searing the roast beforehand enhances flavor and texture.
- Adjust cooking time based on your specific crock pot and roast size.
- Add herbs like rosemary or bay leaves for extra aroma and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the roast
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg