🥩🥕🥔 Slow-Braised Pot Roast with Carrots & Potatoes

A Tender, Fall-Apart Classic with Rich Gravy and Hearty Vegetables
This classic pot roast is the definition of comfort food done right. A well-marbled chuck roast is seared until deeply caramelized, then slowly braised in a rich blend of beef broth, herbs, and aromatics until it becomes fork-tender. Carrots and Yukon Gold potatoes cook alongside the meat, soaking up all the savory juices to create a complete one-pot meal.

Perfect for Sunday dinners, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home, this dish delivers deep flavor, melt-in-your-mouth texture, and a silky homemade gravy that brings everything together.

⏱️ Recipe Information
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 3–4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Skill Level: Intermediate
Cuisine: American Comfort Food 🇺🇸
Category: Dinner • One-Pot Meal • Slow Cooked

🛒 Ingredients
🥩 Beef
🥩 3 lbs chuck roast
🧂 Salt, to taste
⚫ Black pepper, to taste
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil
🥕 Vegetables
🧅 1 large onion, chopped
🧄 3 garlic cloves, minced
🥕 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
🥔 6 small Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
🍲 Braising Liquid
🍖 3 cups beef broth
🍷 1 cup red wine (optional but recommended)
🍅 2 tablespoons tomato paste
🥄 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
🌿 Herbs & Seasoning
🌿 1 teaspoon dried thyme
🌿 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
🌫️ Optional Gravy Thickener
🥄 2 tablespoons cornstarch
💧 2 tablespoons water
👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to: