Classic Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots – A Hearty, Flavorful Dinner Recipe

This Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots is a timeless comfort dish that brings warmth and hearty flavors to the table. The tender chuck roast, slow-cooked to perfection, absorbs all the flavors of garlic, onions, rosemary, and thyme, while the potatoes and carrots become soft and flavorful in the savory broth. It’s an ideal dish for a family dinner or special gathering.

Whether it’s a cold winter night or a relaxed Sunday afternoon, this pot roast promises to fill your home with mouthwatering aromas and create a meal everyone will love. Serve it as is or with a side of warm bread for an unforgettable dining experience.

Hearty Pot Roast with Tender Potatoes and Carrots

Recipe by Lucy Mealworth

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

3

hours 

Calories

550

kcal

Total time

3

hours 

15

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 (3 lb) boneless chuck roast

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (14.5 oz) can beef broth

• 1 cup water

• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved

• 4 large carrots, cut into chunks

• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
• Season the chuck roast generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
• In a large oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.
• In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent.
• Pour in the beef broth and water, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
• Return the roast to the pot, nestling it in the liquid. Add the potatoes, carrots, rosemary, and thyme around the roast.
• Cover the pot with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the roast is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
• Remove the pot from the oven, discard the rosemary and thyme sprigs, and serve the roast with the vegetables and cooking liquid.

This Pot Roast with Potatoes and Carrots is the perfect comfort meal, delivering tender, flavorful meat with perfectly cooked vegetables in a rich, savory broth. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a special gathering, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to the table with every bite. It’s easy to prepare, slow-cooked to perfection, and fills your home with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eagerly waiting to dig in. Enjoy this timeless, hearty meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!