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Tender Stovetop Pot Roast

A comforting and hearty pot roast cooked on the stovetop until tender and flavorful. Perfect for a family dinner on a chilly evening.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3-4 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Brown the roast on all sides in the pot.
  3. Remove the roast and set it aside.
  4. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Sauté until vegetables soften.
  5. Return the roast to the pot and add the beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves.
  6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 150-180 minutes, or until the roast is tender.
  7. Remove the roast and let it rest before slicing. Serve with the vegetables and broth.

Notes

For a richer flavor, sear the roast in bacon fat instead of olive oil.