Cajun Pot Roast

Transform your dinner table with this bold and hearty Cajun Pot Roast, a recipe that brings the flavors of the South straight to your home. Featuring tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast, this dish is infused with the smoky heat of Cajun seasoning and simmered to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and russet potatoes. A savory broth enriched with garlic, onions, and diced tomatoes creates a rich, flavorful sauce that elevates every bite. With simple preparation and fall-apart tenderness after just a few hours of cooking, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it hot with the vegetables and sauce for a comforting meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Keywords: Cajun Pot Roast, slow-cooked beef, Southern-inspired recipe, hearty dinner, easy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 None Yellow onion, chopped
• 4 None Carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 3 None Celery stalks, cut into chunks
• 3 None Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 3 cups Beef broth
• 1 can (14-ounce) Diced tomatoes
• 4 None Fresh thyme sprigs
• 2 None Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels, then generously rub it with 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper on all sides.

Step 2

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the roast on all sides until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the skillet, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate the browned bits. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning.

Step 6

Return the seared roast to the skillet or transfer everything into a large slow cooker if preferred. Add the fresh thyme sprigs and bay leaves on top.

Step 7

Cover and cook over low heat for 4 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender and falls apart easily.

Step 8

Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaves before serving. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Slice or shred the pot roast and serve hot with the vegetables and sauce spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3001.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4055.1

Total Fat 303.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 12429.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 263.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 462.6mg	0%
Iron 42.0mg	0%
Potassium 6272.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 7.6%