Crockery Pot Delight

Experience comfort food at its finest with this mouthwatering Crockery Pot Delight, a flavor-packed slow cooker recipe that's as easy as it is delicious. Featuring tender boneless beef chuck roast—or chicken thighs for a lighter variation—this dish is simmered to perfection alongside a medley of hearty vegetables like carrots, baby potatoes, and celery. Infused with aromatic garlic, vibrant paprika, and savory Worcestershire sauce, the rich broth ties everything together for a truly satisfying meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the magic of a crockpot, you can enjoy fall-apart tender meat and perfectly cooked veggies that practically cook themselves. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this one-pot wonder is ideal for feeding a crowd. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth or pair with a crisp salad for a balanced meal that's both wholesome and indulgent.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast (or chicken thighs for variation)
• 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups beef or chicken stock (depending on meat used)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Season the beef roast with salt and black pepper. Sear the meat in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the onion, celery, and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.

Step 4

Transfer the seared beef roast to the slow cooker (crockpot). Arrange the chopped carrots, baby potatoes, and sautéed vegetable mixture around the meat.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together beef or chicken stock, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour this mixture over the ingredients in the crockpot.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves on top of the mixture for added flavor.

Step 7

Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, depending on your time availability. Check occasionally to ensure the vegetables are tender and the meat is fork-tender.

Step 8

Once the cooking time is complete, remove the bay leaves. Use a fork to shred the beef gently or slice into chunks if preferred.

Step 9

Serve the Crockery Pot Delight in bowls with generous ladles of the flavorful broth. Pair with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2707.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3215.4

Total Fat 212.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 725.7mg	0%
Sodium 5681.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 193.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 501.3mg	0%
Iron 32.7mg	0%
Potassium 7163.1mg	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: 58.0%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 18.6%