Crock Pot Caramelized Onion Pot Roast

Get ready to savor the comforting flavors of this Crock Pot Caramelized Onion Pot Roast, a melt-in-your-mouth classic with a gourmet twist. Perfect for busy days, this slow-cooked recipe combines tender, seared beef chuck roast with golden, caramelized onions for an irresistible depth of flavor. Infused with garlic, fresh thyme, and rosemary, and slow-simmered in a rich broth with a hint of Worcestershire, every bite is infused with savory, aromatic goodness. The luscious, homemade gravy, thickened to perfection, makes this dish a true crowd-pleaser. With minimal prep time and the ease of a crock pot, this hearty one-pot meal is ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or over egg noodles for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 large Yellow onions
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef chuck roast on all sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, 3-4 minutes per side. Once seared, transfer the roast to the crock pot.

Step 3

Peel and slice the yellow onions thinly.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the sliced onions. Sprinkle with brown sugar and sauté over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply browned and caramelized. Transfer the onions to the crock pot, arranging them around the roast.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the mixture over the roast and onions.

Step 6

Peel and crush the garlic cloves, then add them to the crock pot along with the fresh thyme and rosemary sprigs.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender and the flavors have melded.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the roast and onions from the crock pot and set them aside on a serving platter. Discard the thyme and rosemary sprigs.

Step 9

To make the gravy, strain the cooking liquid from the crock pot into a small saucepan. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering liquid, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens.

Step 11

Slice the pot roast and serve with the caramelized onions and thickened gravy. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2437.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4017.1

Total Fat 301.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 7765.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 256.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 352.3mg	0%
Iron 40.5mg	0%
Potassium 4957.6mg	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: 66.9%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 7.8%