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Delicious au jus pot roast cooked in a Crock Pot with savory broth

Crock Pot Au Jus Pot Roast

A tender and savory pot roast slow-cooked to perfection, served with a rich au jus for an unforgettable family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast Look for well-marbled cuts for tenderness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Au Jus
  • 2 cups beef broth Use low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce For an extra umami kick
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For a pop of color

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sear the roast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until it’s golden brown.
  3. Place the seared roast in the crock pot, ensuring it’s positioned with the fatty side facing up.
Au Jus Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture over the roast in the crock pot.
Cooking
  1. Cover and set the crock pot to low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  2. The roast is done when it’s fork-tender and easily shreds.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, remove the roast from the crock pot and shred it using two forks.
  2. Return the shredded meat to the crock pot, stirring it into the au jus.
  3. If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving for a touch of freshness.

Notes

Helpful tips include: Always sear the meat for depth of flavor; the quality of broth affects the sauce significantly; store leftovers for up to 3 days; for gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce.