Dr. Pepper Pot Roast
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Dr. Pepper Pot Roast
Description
Dr. Pepper Pot Roast features a boneless chuck roast that is seared to develop a browned crust, sealing in juices. It is then slow-cooked in the oven with a distinctive blend of flavors including chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, Dr Pepper, brown sugar, and maraschino cherries with their juice. The combination balances smoky, sweet, and savory elements, creating a complex sauce as the beef, potatoes, and onions cook together. The texture of the meat becomes tender and fork-ready after the three-hour oven braise, while the potatoes soak up the flavorful cooking liquid.
The addition of chipotle peppers adds a subtle smoky heat, softened by the sweetness of Dr Pepper and brown sugar. Yukon potatoes retain their shape but become tender, complementing the roast. Sautéed onions bring sweetness and depth, rounding out the flavors. This pot roast is ideal for a family meal, providing a centerpiece that pairs nicely with simple sides or bread to soak up the rich juices.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds chuck roast , boneless
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion , diced
- 4 yukon potatoes , cut into 2” chunks
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce , with sauce
- 12 ounces Dr Pepper soda
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup maraschino cherries , halved including juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Season beef with salt and pepper, then add to a large dutch oven with oil on medium-high heat.
- Cook on both sides until seared well, 6-8 minutes on each side.
- Remove the beef from the pot and add in the onions.
- Sauté until translucent and lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add in the potatoes, chipotle peppers, Dr. Pepper, beef broth, brown sugar, cherries, and cherry juice and stir well.
- Add the beef back to the pot, cover and cook in oven for 3 hours.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 580 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 580kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 760mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 1169mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 230IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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