Nothing says “comfort food” like slow cooker pot roast! I had an extremely busy weekend ahead of me, but I still wanted to sit down to a good, home-cooked meal on Sunday evening. Enter… the slow cooker! This recipe tastes like you fussed over it, but it’s really one of my favorite quick dinner ideas and easy recipes that always makes it into my meal planning rotation.
The flavors in this recipe took my traditional recipe up a few more notches! I didn’t add potatoes and carrots this time, but I will definitely try it next time!
I did make a minor modification to the recipe. A 4 pound roast is too big for my family. I ended up dividing all of the ingredients in half, putting half in the slow cooker and half in a Ziploc freezer bag. Now I have another easy meal waiting for me in the freezer! I can’t wait!
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This recipe would make a perfect freeze-ahead slow cooker meal! Just put all of the ingredients together in a zip top bag and stash it in the freezer. Then, when you’re ready to make it, simply thaw the package overnight in the fridge, put it in your slow cooker and cook according to the directions.
For more delicious and easy crock pot recipes, check out my Easy Crock Pot Recipes page and my Tips for Using Your Slow Cooker page.
What sides do you like with pot roast?
Italian Pot Roast
Compliments of It’s a Keeper
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1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 4 pounds)
1 envelope brown gravy mix
1 envelope Good Seasons Italian salad dressing mix
½ cup red wine
½ cup water
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
In slow cooker, combine gravy mix, salad dressing mix, wine and water. Place roast in slow cooker and top with peppers and onions. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until meat is tender.
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I <3 Good Seasons. It's been a staple here for years. This looks like a perfect Sunday dinner.
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Amie @ Pinkapotamus says
This look amazing! I grew up on pot roast and am always looking for new ways to make it. Can’t wait to try this! Thanks for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party!
Allie says
Oh that looks divine! I would add the carrots and potatoes too! YUMMY!
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Julie says
I love my slow cooker. I am always looking for new ways to cook a roast in the slow cooker. Love the flavors in this one. Thanks.
Mariuca says
I’ve never cooked anything on a slow cooker, your dish sure looks delicious. Good job! 🙂
Ginger says
Mmmmm! Thanks for linking up to Mad Skills Monday!
cheerful says
sounds delicious…thanks for sharing your recipe! have a great week! 🙂
Naturally Me Creations says
That looks juicy and delicious (the mashed potato too!!!). (too bad i don’t eat meat anymore, hehe).
Potatoes are a perfect side! I’d have like fresh peas too (well, frozen ones…not canned one). Ooh, and cauliflower with cheese sauce! Yes, that’d do it for me. 😀
Tnx for again linking up at my party this weekend! 🙂
Candace says
I’m not usually a pot roast fan; however, this recipe looks delicious. I will have to give this a try. Thanks for sharing your recipe! Have a great weekend, Candace
angie says
this sounds delicious I think I remember seeing something like this before
Allison @ A Glimpse Inside says
I love slow cooker recipes! I’ll be trying this one! Thanks for sharing and linking up!
Cranberry Morning says
This sounds delicious. I love using the slow cooker. Talk about convenient! Thanks for the recipe. Found you on Wandering Wednesday. 🙂
christy says
i do like pot roast..and my favorite side is spinach linguine with a bit of butter and parmesan. now i am hungry 🙂 thank you for sharing with tuesday night supper club.
Krafty Kat says
I love pot roast! So warm and comforting. Thanks for linking up!
angie says
sounds delicious I am a big fan of italian food and my hubby loves meat thanks for making us both happy with this recipe
Simone says
Italien and pot roast=double yum! Looks good.
Pattie @ Olla-Podrida says
Thank you for this recipe. I love slow cooker meals, and also love using chuck roasts since they tend to have such a wonderful flavor. This recipe is new to me and with chuck roast on sale this week, I plan to try it.
Katie @ This Chick Cooks says
This looks so good. I’m a traditional kinda gal- I usually throw some potatoes and carrots into the crock pot with the meat and I almost always serve salad with every meal.
momstheword says
Looks yummy! I usually just add potatoes and carrots. Pretty traditional but still tastes good. Thanks for linking up to Making Your Home Sing Monday!
Michelle Smiles says
I rarely make pot roast because it always turns out a little dry but this sounds yummy and easy.
Jillian says
I love pot roast, I love simple, and I love my crock pot! Looks like a recipe I need to try soon. 🙂
Karen Clifford says
sounds good, I will have to try it..Thanks