The Best Crock Pot Roast

Learn how to make this delicious and easy Crock Pot Roast Recipe without any seasoning packets required. It is simple, absolutely amazing and gluten free.

Easy Crock Pot Roast Recipe

We are going to show you how to 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 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?

It is a long list and I don’t know what most of the ingredients are. I feel so much better just skipping the packets all together. Plus, I think the roast turns out better anyway.

I think you are going to be shocked how delicious this simple rump roast crock pot recipe is!

Ingredients for crockpot roast:

• Roast – I like to use a chuck roast for this recipe.

• Potatoes– Use the type you prefer and cut into chunks. I used small baby yellow potatoes so there was no cutting but you can use Russet potatoes as well. If you use Russet potatoes, peel and dice them before adding to the crock pot.

• Carrots– peeled and cut into large chunks.

• Onion– cut into chunks. I used a white onion but yellow onions would work great too.

• Beef Broth – I use beef broth but beef stock or even chicken broth would work great in this recipe too.

• Minced Garlic – I recommend using minced or fresh garlic. I have tried using garlic salt before and it just doesn’t taste as well in this recipe.

• Italian Seasoning – I have tried all sorts of herbs in this recipe and I find that this blend works the best and it’s the easiest too.

• Salt & Pepper – Of course, we use salt and pepper to bring out all the flavors of the other ingredients.

• Cornstarch – This is to thicken the gravy.

How to make crock pot roast

First, cut all of your vegetables into large chunks. You want them to be bigger so they will not turn into mush.

Second, add the beef to the crock pot and then place the potatoes and carrots around the roast. Then add onion to the crock pot as well.

Next, add all your seasonings and then the beef broth on top in the slow cooker.

Let this cook on low for 8-10 hours. You can cook on high for 4-5 hours if you prefer. I prefer a longer cook time for this recipe so that the beef is fork tender.

Once the roast has cooked, shred the beef.

How to make the Gravy:

Use a small bowl and whisk the water and the cornstarch together to make a cornstarch slurry.

Take part of the liquid from the crock pot and put it in a sauce pan. Now, add in the water and cornstarch mixture in with the beef juice.

Whisk this all together and bring it to a boil. Make sure to stir it frequently for about 3 to 5 minutes.

It should start to thicken. Keep in mind it will thicken some more as it cools.

The gravy is amazing and I like to drizzle it all over the roast, carrots and potatoes for the perfect comfort food.

Make sure to taste test the gravy before serving and add more salt and pepper if needed.

Tips for this Recipe:

• Crock Pot – You will need a good crock pot for this recipe. I have been using a multi-cooker and I love it. You can brown the beef, slow cook the dinner and make the gravy all in the same pot.

• Defrost the Beef – Make sure that the beef is fully defrosted before adding to the crock pot. This will ensure that the beef cooks evenly and is more tender.

• Cut the veggies into large pieces – Since the beef requires a longer cook time, cut all the vegetables into larger pieces so that they don’t get too soft while cooking.

• Don’t use Flour for the Gravy – I have found that cornstarch instead of flour works best to make the gravy for this roast. Cornstarch is flavorless so it thickens without changing the flavor of the droppings from the crock pot.
  
• Skip the potatoes – Don’t put the potatoes in the slow cooker. Instead, serve on mashed potatoes. This gravy tastes amazing over mashed potatoes.

What kind of roast to use:

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 or round 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.

Variations:

• I take pride in that this recipe is packed with flavor and you do not need any seasoning packets. However, if you want a fun twist on flavor, consider adding in a homemade ranch mix.
• Spice up the heat by pouring in some jarred jalapeños or pepperoncinis.
• Add in a tablespoon or 2 of Worcestershire sauce
• Use different cuts of meat like round steak or flank steak.

Storage:

Refrigerate the leftovers in an air tight container for up to 3-5 days or you can freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is the best rump roast crock pot recipe!

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!

Rump Roast Slow Cooker will definitely be a hit.

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