Simple 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker (Printable)

Tender beef chuck roast slow-cooked with baby potatoes and onion seasoning for effortless comfort.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 pound baby potatoes, halved

→ Seasoning

03 - 1 ounce dry onion soup mix (1 packet)

→ Liquid

04 - 2 cups low-sodium beef broth

# How To Make It:

01 - Place the halved baby potatoes evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Position the beef chuck roast on top of the potatoes.
03 - Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the surface of the roast.
04 - Carefully pour the beef broth around the sides of the roast, avoiding washing off the seasoning.
05 - Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are fully cooked.
06 - Transfer the roast and potatoes to a serving dish; slice or shred the beef and serve with the potatoes and juices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimal ingredients
  • Effortless slow cooking
02 -
  • For extra flavor, sear the roast in a hot skillet before adding to the slow cooker
  • Add carrots or celery for more vegetables
03 -
  • Leftovers make excellent sandwiches or can be served over rice
  • Searing the roast enhances flavor and texture
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