Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast
A comforting slow cooker pot roast infused with French onion flavors, creating tender meat and a rich, savory gravy.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds chuck roast (well-marbled) Ideal for tenderness during slow cooking.
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced Form the base flavor.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the savory flavor.
- 2 cups beef broth Low-sodium if preferred.
- 1 cup French onion soup Canned or boxed.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Adds umami flavor.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Season to enhance flavors.
- Fresh thyme sprigs or 1-2 bay leaves (optional) For additional aroma.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and thinly slice both onions; mince the garlic. Spread the onions and garlic in an even layer on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on all sides. Place the roast on top of the onion bed.
- In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, French onion soup, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the mixture evenly over the roast and onions.
- Tuck a few sprigs of fresh thyme or one or two bay leaves into the liquid if using.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 4–6 hours. The roast is done when it’s fork-tender and easily falls apart.
- Remove the roast to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Skim off excess fat from the surface of the cooking liquid if desired. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker to soak up the juices before serving.
Notes
If you prefer deeper onion flavor, sauté the sliced onions in a skillet until golden before layering in the slow cooker. For a gluten-free version, ensure Worcestershire sauce and French onion soup are GF or use tamari.