Italian Pot Roast Slow Cooker: Discover a Tender Delight!
A hearty and tender Italian pot roast made in a slow cooker, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a big skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle salt and pepper on the beef chuck roast, then sear it in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side until browned. Set the roast aside.
- Using the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Place the seared beef in the slow cooker. Top it with the sautéed onion and garlic, then add the sliced carrots and chopped celery.
- In a bowl, mix together the red wine, diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and bay leaf. Pour this mixture over the roast and vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- When done, take the roast out of the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the vegetables and sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For additional flavor, you can add red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Make sure to let the roast rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350