Louisiana Roast Beef

Savor the rich, bold flavors of the South with this Louisiana Roast Beef recipe, a melt-in-your-mouth dish that's slow-cooked to perfection. Featuring a beef chuck roast coated in a tantalizing blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic, and thyme, this recipe delivers a burst of smoky, savory spice in every bite. Searing the roast ensures a golden crust, while hours of slow cooking in a Dutch oven with tender onions, garlic, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce create a luscious, deeply flavored gravy. Perfect for Sunday dinners or special occasions, this hearty roast pairs beautifully with classic Southern sides like creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy cornbread, or sautéed greens. With minimal prep and incredible depth of flavor, Louisiana Roast Beef is a comforting, soul-warming centerpiece that’s as impressive as it is easy to create.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, sliced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture all over the beef chuck roast, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 8-10 minutes total. Remove the roast from the pot and set it aside.

Step 6

In the same pot, add the sliced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 8

Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze it and loosen any browned bits.

Step 9

Return the roast to the pot, along with any juices that accumulated on the plate.

Step 10

Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 11

Cook the roast for approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 12

Once cooked, remove the roast from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding.

Step 13

If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 14

Serve the Louisiana Roast Beef with your favorite Southern sides, such as mashed potatoes, cornbread, or sautéed greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2103.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3857.4

Total Fat 301.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 9365.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 10.0g
Protein 254.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 307.7mg	0%
Iron 41.0mg	0%
Potassium 4665.1mg	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: 69.9%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 4.0%