Description
This Copycat Cracker Barrel Pot Roast recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hearty family meal. Tender chuck roast is slow-cooked with aromatic herbs and vegetables until it’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The rich gravy ties everything together beautifully, making it a classic dinner favorite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast
- 2 cups baby carrots, cut into halves if large
- 2 large onions, quartered
- 3 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Others:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cups beef stock
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season roast with salt and pepper.
- Sear Roast: Brown roast in a Dutch oven. Set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in the same pot.
- Cook Roast: Return roast to pot, add herbs and stock. Cook in oven for 3-4 hours.
- Make Gravy: Thicken cooking juices with cornstarch mixture.
- Shred and Serve: Shred roast, mix with gravy and vegetables. Serve hot.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently on stovetop or oven with a splash of stock or water.
- Pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or biscuits.
- Enhance flavor with red wine, Worcestershire sauce, or spices.
- Customize with additional root vegetables for variety.
- For a richer gravy, add butter or cream for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
