This simple slow cooker chuck roast turns out juicy, tender, and absolutely delicious! If you love pot roast, this is the easiest gluten-free pot roast recipe you will ever make. Just add five simple ingredients that get dumped into your slow cooker. Your dinner will be ready to eat just a few hours later.
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This easy slow cooker chuck roast is a family favorite. It has just five ingredients and no extra steps. No browning or searing required, it is the ultimate dump-and-go comfort food. I have tested it multiple times to make sure it turns out flavorful and satisfying, even without the extra prep. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend batch cooking!
Another bonus is that you can use inexpensive cuts of meat, so this recipe is great if you are on a budget. Visit here to see all of the dinner recipes on Fearless Dining. I highly recommend dipping these gluten-free breadsticks into the sauce!
Pot roast is typically braised and then slow-cooked, so it becomes tender, almost melting in your mouth. I am a bit lazy, so my roast recipe is not braised. As you can see below, I just dumped it all into my slow cooker. If you have a tough cut of meat, this is the best way to make it tender.
Even without the braising, my easy roast recipe made a delicious dinner our whole family devoured. If you love slow cooker chicken, here are some awesome gluten free slow cooker chicken recipes to try.
Recipe Ingredient Notes:
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- Chuck Roast – Use beef chuck roast or top round. Both will turn out delicious!
- Diced Tomatoes – I prefer to use plain canned diced tomatoes without the green chiles. If you have a can of Rotel, it makes a great swap for diced tomatoes.
- Onion – Use sweet yellow onions because they add the best flavor.
- Beef Broth – Use regular or low-sodium for this recipe. Just remember to salt to taste!
- Fresh or Dried Herbs – Such as thyme, salt, pepper, and basil, as spices. Remember, if you use dried herbs, you need fewer than fresh ones.
- Vegetables are completely optional, but I like to add cut-up potatoes and carrots, so they slow cook with all the delicious pot roast meat juices.
A Note From My Kitchen
I tested this recipe using a 2-pound chuck roast in my 6-quart slow cooker. I made versions both with and without added vegetables, and both turned out incredibly flavorful. While many roast recipes call for searing the meat first, I skipped that step entirely to save time. After several tests, the meat still turned out tender and full of flavor. This is truly a dump-and-go dinner!
How to Make Slow Cooker Chuck Roast (Step-by-Step)
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Step 1: Cut the onions and vegetables. Here are some of my favorite vegetables to add:
- Carrots
- Potatoes (white and sweet potatoes)
- Fennel
- Parsnips
Step 2: Add the meat and all of the other ingredients to your Crock Pot.
Step 3: Cover and cook on the low setting for 6 hours or the high setting for 4 hours. If your slow cooker has a setting to cook on high and automatically switches to low, you can also use this feature.
Tips For Success
1. Slow cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.
2. There is some variance in temperature between slow cooker brands. If you notice your roast needs more liquid, it is okay to add more.
3. You do not need to trim the fat off the chuck roast unless you want to.`
When the meat is finished cooking, it is a good idea to double-check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to make sure the meat is fully cooked. You want your chuck roast to be between 150-160ºF.
Storage and Freezing Tips:
- Store all leftovers in an airtight container in your refrigerator. They will keep fresh for up to 4 days.
- You can also freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe bag or container.
- To thaw, place the frozen meat in a skillet and cook until it is completely defrosted and warmed through. You can also reheat it in your microwave oven on the defrost setting.
Serve this chuck roast with:
Here are a few of our favorite gluten-free sides that pair perfectly with the tender, flavorful meat and juices:
- Air Fryer Green Beans – Use green beans or tri-colored string beans.
- Roasted Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese – Amazing with the sauce drizzled on!
- Gluten Free Biscuits – Flaky and delicious!
If you love simple recipes, you will also love this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions:
This recipe calls for a 2-pound pot roast. This will fit in most slow cooker sizes. My crock pot is a 6-quart size.
Yes! This recipe works well with other cuts such as top round, brisket, or even pork shoulder. The seasonings also pair well with chicken.
You don’t have to brown the meat or veggies before cooking. This recipe is the easiest!
Gorgeous pot roast Sandi and a must-try for sure! Love the easy prep!
Linda, Facebook comment
More Slow Cooker Recipes to Try:
- Pulled Pork (this is awesome for tacos!)
- Spicy Lamb Stew
- Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
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Fork-Tender Slow Cooker Pot Roast (Dump and Go!)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pound chuck roast
- 1 can organic diced tomatoes or Rotel
- 1 large onion sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup beef broth
- salt/pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Put a 2 pound chuck roast , 1 can organic diced tomatoes, 1 large onion, 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 1 cup beef broth, and salt/pepper to taste in a crock pot.
- Turn on high and cook for 4-5 hours. You can also cook on low heat for 6-7 hours.
- Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
- Feel free to add vegetables to the crock pot. My kids are not fond of vegetables cooked in the slow cooker, but most kids probably aren't as picky as mine.
Notes
- You can easily make this recipe in the oven. Place the meat and ingredients into a Dutch oven. Cover and cook on low 325ºF for 2 hours. Check the internal temperature and make sure the meat is 150-160ºF.
- Feel free to add vegetables like carrots and potatoes!
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep fresh for up to 3 days. I recommend freezing leftovers, so you can easily thaw it on those busy weeknights.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, my rule of thumb is to add more flour if your dough or batter is wet and add more liquid if the dough or batter is too dry!
Nutrition
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Nutritional information is an estimate provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the actual nutritional information with the products and brands you are using with your preferred nutritional calculator.
This post was updated from an old May 2016 post with more recipe details.
I truly hope you enjoy this recipe. I have been testing and creating gluten-free recipes for over 15 years. Creating gluten-free recipes that do not taste gluten-free is my goal for every recipe. Sometimes I only have to test a new recipe a couple of times, and others it takes multiple times. I do this so you get reliable, delicious results every time!
So delicious and so easy! It comes out fork tender, just melts in your mouth. Thank you for this recipe!
I am so glad you loved this chuck roast. It is pure comfort food!