French Onion Pot Roast
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5.0
27 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
317 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
French Onion Pot Roast
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Our comforting French Onion Pot Roast recipe is an easy to prepare slow cooker meal. Enjoy a cozy, flavorful roast that's ideal for Sunday dinners or any day of the week.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 Red Onions thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
- 3/4 cup beef broth or beef stock
- 1 packet French onion soup mix 1 ounce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
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Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with salt and black pepper on all sides. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil to the pan. Sear the seasoned chuck roast on all sides until it forms a golden brown crust. Place the seared chuck roast at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet. Cook and stir the onions for 3-4 minutes over medium-high heat to lightly brown them. They do not have to be fully cooked, just seared. Spread the thinly sliced red onions and minced garlic over the roast.
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, tomato paste, beef broth and French onion soup mix.
- Pour this mixture over the chuck roast and onions. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the meat is tender and easily shreds.
- Once the roast is tender, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a serving dish. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top.
- Serve the slow cooker French onion pot roast with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Notes
- While searing the chuck roast before placing it in the slow cooker is optional, it greatly enhances the flavor by creating a caramelized crust on the meat. Take the extra few minutes to sear for a delicious pot roast.
- Cooking on low heat for an extended period (6-8 hours) allows the connective tissues in the chuck roast to break down, resulting in tender, juicy meat. Avoid the temptation to cook on high heat as it may lead to a less tender roast.
- Test the roast for doneness by using a fork to see if it shreds easily. If it's still tough, let it cook for an additional hour and check again. Cooking times can vary depending on the slow cooker.
- Storage: Leftover pot roast can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer Leftovers: If you have more leftovers than you can consume within a few days, consider freezing them. Place the cooled pot roast and sauce in a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag. Freeze for up to 2-3 months.
- Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
- The calories shown are based on the recipe making 6 servings, with 1 serving being 1/6 of the pot roast. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**
Nutrition Information
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Calories
317kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
104mg
(35%)
Sodium
1302mg
(54%)
Potassium
723mg
(21%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
87IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
51mg
(5%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 317 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 317kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1302mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 723mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 87IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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