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Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pot Roast

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker pot roast infused with apple cider, herbs, and tender vegetables. Perfect for a comforting family meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ΒΌ tsp pepper

Cooking liquids

  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic (Minced)
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)

Vegetables

  • 1 lbs baby carrots
  • 1 lbs baby potatoes (halved or quartered depending on size)

Instructions 

  • Season the beef with salt and pepper. Sear in hot oil until browned on all sides, then set aside.
  • Whisk together apple cider, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, tomato paste, mustard, rosemary, and thyme.
  • Place carrots and potatoes in slow cooker, add seared beef on top, then pour the liquid mixture over.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 5-6 hours until beef is tender.
  • Rest the beef, then slice or shred. Serve with vegetables and some cooking liquid, garnished with herbs.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh parsley or rosemary as garnish before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $20
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, Slow Cooker