Easy Weeknight Pioneer Woman Pot Roast

Onions, carrots, celery, tender beef, and a flavorful broth come together for a hearty and satisfying Pioneer Woman Pot Roast. Pot Roast in the slow cooker never tasted so good. This classic American comfort food cooks up slowly with just a few basic ingredients. The roast turns out tender, juicy, and oh-so flavorful. Not to mention the house will smell great as it cooks too.

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Now that fall is in the air you may be looking for heartier dishes. It happens to all of us as the weather gets colder. There’s just something comforting and even nostalgic about pot roast and veggies that not only feeds our hunger but warms our body and soul.

In addition to the weather, it’s back to those busy fall routines which makes this crockpot pot roast ideal. All it takes is a few minutes of prep and you can set it and forget it. Come dinner time you can sit down to a wholesome home-cooked meal. How great is that? Perfect for a busy weeknight or those weekend days when you’re running around with the kids.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick to prepare
• Set it and forget it
• Hearty
• Family-friendly
• Healthy
• Modifiable

Easily customizable with whatever veggies you have on hand you can add potatoes, or parsnips, throw in some peas or even use a different cut of beef if you find something on sale at the grocery store. Spice it up or leave it as it is, the choice is yours. Serve the roast with a salad, potatoes, or your favorite veggie on the side for a satisfying and nourishing meal.

Leftovers will keep for 3-4 days in an airtight container though they do freeze well too. Stash them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

If you love this Pioneer Woman Pot Roast, I’m sure you’ll love these recipes too; Avocado Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe, Quick and Easy Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup, or this Instant Pot White Chicken Chili.

Equipment

• Pioneer Woman slow cooker or crockpot
• Meat Chopper Tool

Ingredients

• 3-5 lb roast chuck or whatever is on sale
• 1 large onion diced
• 4 large carrots, peeled and diced
• 4 large celery stalks, diced
• 2 Lipton dry onion soup mix
• 1 cup beef broth or water

How To Make Pioneer Woman Pot Roast

• Place your celery, onions, and carrots in the bottom of a slow cooker.

• Top your veggies with Lipton Onion soup mix.

• Next, pour the beef broth over the top of your veggies.

• Next, place your roast on top.

• Slow cook on low for 6-8 hours until your roast is cooked through and tender.

• Using two forks or a Mix N Chop, shred the roast.

• Serve over mashed potatoes or with buttered bread!

Variations

• Try a different cut of meat; use bison, lamb, or whatever else your butcher recommends.
• Use a variety of dried spices, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or whatever you have on hand. Try all Cajun spices for a spicier roast or use Italian spices for a milder flavor.
• Change up the veggies and add parsnips, zucchini or potatoes. Fresh or frozen vegetables will both work.
• Instead of beef broth use chicken or vegetables.
• Pour in some red wine.

Tips and Tricks

• Lightly spray the inside of the crockpot with cooking spray so you have an easier time cleaning it out.
• Invest in a meat thermometer so you can accurately tell if the pot roast is cooked. It should be 145F.

FAQs

What cut makes the most tender pot roast?

A boneless chuck roast usually makes the best pot roast as it has nice marbling which ensures it will cook up juicy and tender.

Will pot roast get more tender the longer it cooks?

Pot roast usually gets more tender the longer it cooks. However, do check it at the suggested cooking time.

Is pot roast better in the oven or crockpot?

I may be biased but I think slow-cooking the pot roast in the crockpot tastes way better.

Do you have to brown a roast before putting it in the crockpot?

You don’t have to brown or sear the roast though it does make for a caramelized crust on the outside. If you have the time, give it a try.