Learn how to make this delicious Crock Pot Roast Recipe without any seasoning packets required. It is so easy, absolutely amazing and gluten free.
Crock Pot Roast Recipe
Let’s make the Best Crock pot Roast Recipe without any seasoning packets. Don’t you hate it when you are scrolling on pinterest trying to find a recipe and it requires several seasoning packets?
I know I do! I want to make something delicious without all the “junk” that comes in those seasoning packets.
Those packets often have fillers and all sorts of ingredients. Have you ever tried to read the back of one of those seasoning packets?
Check out this video on how to make The Best Crock pot Roast Recipe!
It is a long list and I don’t know what half that stuff is. I feel so much better just skipping the packets all together and I think the roast turns out better anyway!
Today you are going to see how to make an amazing slow cooker post roast with veggies that is not only gluten free, but also packed with flavor. I think you are going to be shocked how delicious this simple rump roast crock pot recipe is!
This is the Best Crock Pot Roast recipe!
Our entire family loves this meal and it is really so simple. Everything gets tossed into the slow cooker and you get to come home to dinner waiting.
It is the perfect meal for busy week nights!
You will need a crock pot for this yummy Slow Cooker Roast Recipe.
Now you definitely need a crock pot for this recipe. I have two favorite crock pots.
One is the programmable 6 quart crock pot. It is awesome and very nice on the budget.
I love that it will seal closed so you can transport it for parties and tailgates. This is such an awesome feature if you take your crock pot places.
I also love my Ninja cooking system. It is pretty awesome because you can brown your ground beef or your chicken in the pot and then let is slow cook all day.
That means one more less pan to cook for most recipes. This has become my new favorite crock pot just because of that one feature!
I am all about making things easier around here and having less dishes to clean up!
How to cook a roast in a slow cooker?
While this meal looks fancy and the meat is so tender and delicious, it is so simple. Literally, the crockpot does all the work.
Cooking a roast in the slow cooker is the easiest way to make a roast. The meat is so tender and you didn’t do anything but toss everything in the slow cooker!
Do you have to brown a roast before putting it in the crockpot?
No, you do not. You can toss the roast in the slow cooker without any prep work.
However, if you like to brown your roast first that is totally fine. Some people prefer to brown the roast a few minutes each side before slow cooking.
Make sure to brown all sides if doing this and use a little olive oil.
This is yet another reason I love my Ninja Cooking System. If you prefer to do this, it is so nice having just the one pot and being able to do it all so quickly.
If you do not have a Ninja, put oil in a large dutch oven and sear your meat this way.
You can make this chuck roast crock pot recipe even easier!
Also, since I tend to be a little lazy in the kitchen, I highly suggest using crock pot liners to make cleaning the crock pot a breeze!
These are a lifesaver for our family! These will make this chuck roast crock pot recipe even easier.
Make sure you leave a comment and let us know your favorite slow cooker to use.
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Pot Roast:
Roast
Potatoes of your choice, cut into chunks (I used small baby yellow potatoes so there was no cutting)
Carrots peeled and cut into chunks (You can also use baby carrots.)
Onion cut into chunks
Beef stock or beef broth (one carton) (Red wine is also good)
Minced Garlic
Italian Seasoning
Salt
Pepper
Water (for the gravy)
Cornstarch
How to make The Best Crock pot Roast Recipe:
First cut all your vegetables into large chunks. You want them to be bigger so they will not turn into mush.
Add the beef to the crock pot and then place the vegetables around the roast.
Add all your seasonings.
Next add in the beef stock.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or cook on high for 5 hours.
Shred the beef.
Now, time to make the gravy. In a small bowl whisk together the 1/4 cup of water and the cornstarch.
Remove 2 cups of the liquid from the crock pot and place in a sauce pan.
Whisk in the water and cornstarch mixture in with the beef juice.
Bring to a boil, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until it begins to thicken. It will thicken as it cools as well.
Drizzle the gravy over the roast, carrots and potatoes and enjoy!
How long should a roast Cook in crockpot?
We prefer our roast to cook on low for 8 hours. However, you can cook the roast on high.
If cooking on the high setting, 5 hours will be plenty of time for the roast to cook.
What is the best roast to cook in crock pot?
We are using a chuck roast and it turned out amazing! The meat was so tender and the flavor was perfect.
You could also use a rump roast. Whatever cut of meat you choose to use will be so tender after slow cooking.
My family loved this recipe! It truly is the best pot roast recipe!
Plus, so easy and quick to put together with very little effort.
Try this Pot Roast Recipe Slow Cooker dinner idea this week!
You will be surprised how delicious this crock pot roast recipe is. It is crazy simple but packed with flavor.
No need for expensive seasoning packets when you can make a delicious roast at home with ingredients you probably already have!
Your family will love this recipe and I am certain it will be a hit!
The Best Crock pot Roast Recipe that you can make without seasoning packets. Try this easy slow cooker pot roast with veggies that taste amazing!
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
The Best Crock pot Roast Recipe
Servings: 6people
Calories: 468kcal
Author: Carrie
Ingredients
2 to 3lbsroast
1.5lbsany potatoes of your choicecut into chunks (I used small baby yellow potatoes so there was not cutting)
4carrots peeled and cut into chunks
1/2onion cut into chunks
4cupsbeef stock or brothone carton
1teaspoonminced Garlic
1/2teaspoonItalian Seasoning
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/4cupwaterfor the gravy
2tablespoonscornstarch
Instructions
First cut all your vegetables into large chunks. You want them to be bigger so they will not turn into mush.
Add your roast to the crock pot and then place the vegetables around the roast.
Add all your seasonings.
Next add in the beef stock.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 5 hours.
Shred the beef.
Now, time to make the gravy. In a small bowl whisk together the 1/4 cup of water and the cornstarch.
Remove 2 cups of the liquid from the crock pot and place in a sauce pan.
Whisk in the water and cornstarch mixture in with the beef juice.
Bring to a boil, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until it begins to thicken. It will thicken as it cools as well.
Drizzle the gravy over the roast, potatoes, and carrots and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
The Best Crock pot Roast Recipe
Amount Per Serving (10 ounces)
Calories 468Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 147mg49%
Sodium 618mg27%
Potassium 1327mg38%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 58g116%
Vitamin A 6795IU136%
Vitamin C 16.2mg20%
Calcium 76mg8%
Iron 8.8mg49%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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I made this for dinner today and it was delicious. I love that it has real spices and not a packet of this or that. So good!!! Definitely will make again. Thank you for the recipe!
I made this today and it was very good. I do think that my crock pot runs hot so it cooked on low for 5-6 hours. I usually use my clay pot for pot roast but it is not big enough for all of the veges that I put in it. Thanks for the recipe.
Tarasays
Does it matter what kind of roast you use? I really like roasts that shred and haven’t had any luck unless its because I cook it on high.
Juliesays
Do you by chance the nutrition labeling for this recipe?
Maria Gonzalezsays
Wonder if this could be done in a electrical roaster??
Rogersays
Love it
Malenda M.says
Do you think you can add the thickener straight into the pot so it’s already gravy covered?
Ashleysays
Does anybody know the calories and serving size?
Jane Bosleysays
what is the best type of beef roast for this recipe?
Jessicasays
Ashley it serves 6 at 10oz. 468 calories per serving
Lisasays
What type of roast?
Carriesays
Chuck Roast works well or whatever happens to be on sale. There are many leaner options that work well also. Thats whats nice about slow cooking, comes out tender
Kristensays
What if I don’t have onion? And do you sear the roast before putting it into the slow cooker?
Carriesays
Hi Kristen, Onion would be optional so I wouldn’t worry about that. I like the flavor it ads but you’ll be good without it. I generally don’t brown the roast for this particular recipe but you can. Enjoy
Junesays
I will be making this soon. I am confused about time. It says cook 5 hrs. on
high, but then, says cook for 6 hrs.
Carriesays
Thanks June , I updated that with the correct time.
Amanda Allensays
Could you make this in the instant pot?
Rosanne Harveysays
Just bought a Instant Pot last Saturday….Tonight is the night I’m trying my Instant Pot for the first time. Making the “Pressure Pot Roast Recipe”, can’t wait to see how it turns out. 🙂
Beckysays
Can u use any kind of beef roast for this recipe?
Cristinasays
Cam you make this ahead of time and freeze it until your ready to make it. I know to add the potatoes the day of. but just wondering about the rest.
ADSsays
Such a great recipe to put my slow cooker to some good use. Looks so yummy.
Joannesays
The beef is so incredibly tender. Great flavor too!
Awesome recipe I did two things differently the gravy I used 4 Table spoons corn starch gets it thicker and put crock on high for the 1st hr then cooked on low 5 hr , then on high for 6th hr which made up for the 8 hrs slow worked out fine and was able to shred meat perfectly
I made this roast tonight, it was sooo good! Thank You!!
Megansays
I made this tonight and it was really good! I would recommend adding more corn starch though for the gravy!
Reginasays
Made this tonight – it was great. Thank you so much for sharing
Susansays
Made this wonderful recipe today and we loved it! So easy and so much flavor.
Thank you for sharing!
Crystal Witherssays
Does anyone know anything about cooking the roast and veggies in the crockpot from frozen? Im not finding much anywhere about roasts and veggies from frozen. Thanks.
Carriesays
Yes, you definitely can – I would just cook it a few hours longer in the crock pot. Thanks!
I have used Xanthan Gum before and it works great. I have also heard that arrowroot works as well but I haven’t tried it before. Thank you.
Carriesays
Yes, I think that would taste great!
Maggie Eckrichsays
I’ve made this recipe many times it is an absolute favorite! My hubby loves peas and I have some I picked fresh from the garden this morning. Do you think I could just throw them in at the same time or should I let it go for a few hours and then add them so they don’t get mushy? Thoughts please.
Carriesays
I would add them in for the last hour of the cooking time so that they do not get over cooked. Thank you!
Ellesays
I have been fixing a roast in the crock pot for over 40 years.
I was told told to never put a frozen roast in the crock pot. It can crack the pot because the hot element and it reduces the temperature of the cock pot to safely cook the meat at a higher temperature to prevent food poisoning.
Instead of broth, I have always used one can of Campbell’s French onion soup and one can of Beefy Mushroom soup. Use one can of hot water dumped in each can back and forth to rinse out the rest of the soup into the crockpot, stir well to blend and add your roast and veggies. If I am home that day, I wait 2 hours to add veggies because I cook on high the first two hours and I don’t like mushy veggies. Enjoy from Michigan !
Carolinesays
I have a question. I made this recipe a couple months ago in my crock pot and it was awesome! So great that I want to make it for Christmas for 11 adults and 7 kids. I only have one small crock pot so I want to make this in the oven. Curious as to what temperature to set the oven at and how long to cook it for. Thank you!!
Amysays
May I suggest that you add within the recipe ingredients and description categories more information about using wine? The recipe says 4 cups of beef broth (red wine is also good). So, since I’ve never made pot roast before and especially never made it with wine, I used 4 cups of red wine. After the aroma being incredibly strong when we came home, I did research and the most wine I could find that any crockpot recipe calls for is 2 cups, and other sites even said that is too much, but you should use 1/2 cup. I think if you clarify this in the recipe, it will be helpful for beginning chefs like myself! I’m sure the recipe is great made with beef broth and I’d like to try it in the future. Just some friendly feedback. 🙂
My roast is tough and not shredding. Did 5 hours on Low and then 2 on high. ?
Potatoes and carrotts are soft.
What went wrong?
Carriesays
If the meat is tough, you’ll need to cook longer. I would cook the roast for 5 hours on high or 10 hours on low. Thank you!.
Peggysays
Made this yesterday morning before going to work. It was so unbelievably easy!! I got home after I got off and could smell the aroma when I opened my door!! Took just minutes to make the gravy and dinner was done! Sooo…delicious!!!! Will definitely be making this again!
Carriesays
Awesome – great to hear! I’m so glad you loved it.
Kandissays
Can you tell me what’s in the Italian seasoning?
Carriesays
Yes, It’s a seasoning blend that I’m able to purchase at my local grocery store. It’s a mixture of thyme, oregano and basil. Thank you!
Melissasays
I don’t have the required amount of beef broth. Substitute water? Or throw in a few beef bouillon cubes with 4 cups of water?
Amanda says
Do you put the roast in frozen or thawed?
Carrie says
Mine was thawed.
Amber says
Does it have to be submerged under the liquid?
Carrie says
No it doesn’t Amber
Kayla says
I made this for dinner today and it was delicious. I love that it has real spices and not a packet of this or that. So good!!! Definitely will make again. Thank you for the recipe!
Chris says
I made this today and it was very good. I do think that my crock pot runs hot so it cooked on low for 5-6 hours. I usually use my clay pot for pot roast but it is not big enough for all of the veges that I put in it. Thanks for the recipe.
Tara says
Does it matter what kind of roast you use? I really like roasts that shred and haven’t had any luck unless its because I cook it on high.
Julie says
Do you by chance the nutrition labeling for this recipe?
Maria Gonzalez says
Wonder if this could be done in a electrical roaster??
Roger says
Love it
Malenda M. says
Do you think you can add the thickener straight into the pot so it’s already gravy covered?
Ashley says
Does anybody know the calories and serving size?
Jane Bosley says
what is the best type of beef roast for this recipe?
Jessica says
Ashley it serves 6 at 10oz. 468 calories per serving
Lisa says
What type of roast?
Carrie says
Chuck Roast works well or whatever happens to be on sale. There are many leaner options that work well also. Thats whats nice about slow cooking, comes out tender
Kristen says
What if I don’t have onion? And do you sear the roast before putting it into the slow cooker?
Carrie says
Hi Kristen, Onion would be optional so I wouldn’t worry about that. I like the flavor it ads but you’ll be good without it. I generally don’t brown the roast for this particular recipe but you can. Enjoy
June says
I will be making this soon. I am confused about time. It says cook 5 hrs. on
high, but then, says cook for 6 hrs.
Carrie says
Thanks June , I updated that with the correct time.
Amanda Allen says
Could you make this in the instant pot?
Rosanne Harvey says
Just bought a Instant Pot last Saturday….Tonight is the night I’m trying my Instant Pot for the first time. Making the “Pressure Pot Roast Recipe”, can’t wait to see how it turns out. 🙂
Becky says
Can u use any kind of beef roast for this recipe?
Cristina says
Cam you make this ahead of time and freeze it until your ready to make it. I know to add the potatoes the day of. but just wondering about the rest.
ADS says
Such a great recipe to put my slow cooker to some good use. Looks so yummy.
Joanne says
The beef is so incredibly tender. Great flavor too!
Melissa Sperka says
Slow cooking makes the BEST roasts ever!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
Great comfort food dinner for a rainy day!
G.E.H. says
Awesome recipe I did two things differently the gravy I used 4 Table spoons corn starch gets it thicker and put crock on high for the 1st hr then cooked on low 5 hr , then on high for 6th hr which made up for the 8 hrs slow worked out fine and was able to shred meat perfectly
Sherry Pearce says
I made this roast tonight, it was sooo good! Thank You!!
Megan says
I made this tonight and it was really good! I would recommend adding more corn starch though for the gravy!
Regina says
Made this tonight – it was great. Thank you so much for sharing
Susan says
Made this wonderful recipe today and we loved it! So easy and so much flavor.
Thank you for sharing!
Crystal Withers says
Does anyone know anything about cooking the roast and veggies in the crockpot from frozen? Im not finding much anywhere about roasts and veggies from frozen. Thanks.
Carrie says
Yes, you definitely can – I would just cook it a few hours longer in the crock pot. Thanks!
Jess says
I only have a can of beef broth can I use some chicken broth with it.?
Carrie says
Yes, it might taste a little bit different but would still be good!
Meredith says
Perfection. I have tried a number of pot roast recipes, but I TOTALLY agree that this one is the best! Thank you so much for this!!! 😀
Carrie says
Thank you!
Tonia says
I’m trying this today!!! I can’t wait to see the outcome…thanks for this recipe.
Stacey says
Looks so delicious! I am wanting to make this tomorrow, can I use a lamb roast for it?
Margie z says
I can’t use corn starch for thickening. Is there something else to use? I also can’t use flour thanks.
Jean J says
This looks great. I’d like to make mine in an Instant Pot, how long should I cook it?
Carrie says
Here is the recipe for the Instant Pot version of this recipe – https://www.eatingonadime.com/instant-pot-roast-dinner-recipe/. Thank you!
Carrie says
I have used Xanthan Gum before and it works great. I have also heard that arrowroot works as well but I haven’t tried it before. Thank you.
Carrie says
Yes, I think that would taste great!
Maggie Eckrich says
I’ve made this recipe many times it is an absolute favorite! My hubby loves peas and I have some I picked fresh from the garden this morning. Do you think I could just throw them in at the same time or should I let it go for a few hours and then add them so they don’t get mushy? Thoughts please.
Carrie says
I would add them in for the last hour of the cooking time so that they do not get over cooked. Thank you!
Elle says
I have been fixing a roast in the crock pot for over 40 years.
I was told told to never put a frozen roast in the crock pot. It can crack the pot because the hot element and it reduces the temperature of the cock pot to safely cook the meat at a higher temperature to prevent food poisoning.
Instead of broth, I have always used one can of Campbell’s French onion soup and one can of Beefy Mushroom soup. Use one can of hot water dumped in each can back and forth to rinse out the rest of the soup into the crockpot, stir well to blend and add your roast and veggies. If I am home that day, I wait 2 hours to add veggies because I cook on high the first two hours and I don’t like mushy veggies. Enjoy from Michigan !
Caroline says
I have a question. I made this recipe a couple months ago in my crock pot and it was awesome! So great that I want to make it for Christmas for 11 adults and 7 kids. I only have one small crock pot so I want to make this in the oven. Curious as to what temperature to set the oven at and how long to cook it for. Thank you!!
Amy says
May I suggest that you add within the recipe ingredients and description categories more information about using wine? The recipe says 4 cups of beef broth (red wine is also good). So, since I’ve never made pot roast before and especially never made it with wine, I used 4 cups of red wine. After the aroma being incredibly strong when we came home, I did research and the most wine I could find that any crockpot recipe calls for is 2 cups, and other sites even said that is too much, but you should use 1/2 cup. I think if you clarify this in the recipe, it will be helpful for beginning chefs like myself! I’m sure the recipe is great made with beef broth and I’d like to try it in the future. Just some friendly feedback. 🙂
Beth says
Hi. I’m making this today. My road is only a little over a pound. I’m trying to figure out how much I should reduce the other ingredients by?
Molly says
My roast is tough and not shredding. Did 5 hours on Low and then 2 on high. ?
Potatoes and carrotts are soft.
What went wrong?
Carrie says
If the meat is tough, you’ll need to cook longer. I would cook the roast for 5 hours on high or 10 hours on low. Thank you!.
Peggy says
Made this yesterday morning before going to work. It was so unbelievably easy!! I got home after I got off and could smell the aroma when I opened my door!! Took just minutes to make the gravy and dinner was done! Sooo…delicious!!!! Will definitely be making this again!
Carrie says
Awesome – great to hear! I’m so glad you loved it.
Kandis says
Can you tell me what’s in the Italian seasoning?
Carrie says
Yes, It’s a seasoning blend that I’m able to purchase at my local grocery store. It’s a mixture of thyme, oregano and basil. Thank you!
Melissa says
I don’t have the required amount of beef broth. Substitute water? Or throw in a few beef bouillon cubes with 4 cups of water?
Carrie says
I would use the bouillon cubes with water. Thank!