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The Magical Slow Cooker » Recipes » Beef » Slow Cooker Beer, Onion and Ketchup Chuck Roast

Slow Cooker Beer, Onion and Ketchup Chuck Roast

by Sarah Olson on March 1, 2019 | Updated October 21, 2022 23 Comments

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Slow Cooker Beer, Onion and Ketchup Chuck Roast is a reader’s recipe I had to try! Smells SO good while cooking.

cooked shredded meat in a slow cooker in beef, onion and ketchup sauce.

I want you to give this recipe a try before you judge it. The ketchup is like a mild tomato sauce in this and you know how well beef, beer and onions go together. Funny how people can get about cooking with Ketchup, I have no shame myself.

roast with beer, onion and ketchup on top in the slow cooker.

I received this recipe from a reader on Facebook named Yvonne Marie, I tucked this recipe away for a rainy day (well, it was a snowy day). I’m so glad I gave this recipe a try, thank you, Yvonne!

Cooked pot roast in slow cooker, not shredded.

How to make Beer, Onion, and Ketchup Chuck Roast:

  • Chuck Roast – For the most juicy roast you will have you want to choose a chuck roast.
  • Beer – Use your favorite!
  • Onion – One Lipton Onion Soup Packet
  • Ketchup – This may seem like a strange ingredient but the sweetness and tang really is the secret ingredient in this recipe.
shredded beef in a slow cooker in a beer, onion ketchup sauce.

How long do I cook?

  • Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Chuck roast is best if cooked low and slow for 10 hours, but if you are in a time crunch, 7 hours on high will work fine.
shredded beef and sauce on top of mashed potatoes with corn on the side.

More chuck roast recipes to try:

  • Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast
  • Slow Cooker Classic Pot Roast
  • Slow Cooker Balsamic Beef Roast and Veggies
  • Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
  • Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa
bowl with mashed potaotes, shredded beef and corn.

The house smells soo good while this is cooking. Quite possibly the best smelling roast I’ve made. Have a great week!

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Shredded meat in sauce in a slwo cooker with mashed potatoes and corn on the side.

Slow Cooker Beer, Onion and Ketchup Chuck Roast

5 from 11 votes
Tender pot roast flavored with beer, onion and ketchup
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 402kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 4 lbs. beef chuck roast
  • 2 Tbsp. cooking oil
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 oz. pkt. onion soup mix
  • 12 oz. beer use your favorite
US Customary – Metric

Instructions:

  • Sprinkle the roast on both sides with the salt and pepper.
  • Set a large skillet over medium high heat. When the pan is hot, add the cooking oil. Brown the roast on all sides, no need to cook through.
  • Add the roast to the slow cooker. Pour over the ketchup, sprinkle over the onion soup mix. Pour over the beer.
  • Cover and cook on high for 7 hours or on low for 10.
  • When the cooking time is done, degrease the sauce around the roast. I do this by laying paper towels over the grease, then discarding them
  • Shred the meat with two forks, remove and discard any fatty pieces. 
  • Serve over mashed potatoes, rice or buns. Enjoy!
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Recipe Notes:

Nutritional values are approximate. If you require a special diet, please use your own calculation. Values below are for 1/10 of the recipe.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 689mg | Potassium: 707mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3.9mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. EDDIE FOSTER says

      January 20, 2023 at 4:45 pm

      Can I sub a ranch dressing packet for the french onion mix?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 20, 2023 at 6:22 pm

        Yes, that will work fine.

        Reply
    2. Rachel says

      January 5, 2023 at 8:18 pm

      Could I sub the onion soup packet for a can of mushroom soup? Or can of onion soup?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 5, 2023 at 9:08 pm

        I would do a can of french onion soup if you want to stick with the original recipe. The cream of mushroom will work, it just won’t have an onion kick to it.

        Reply
    3. Judy says

      December 4, 2022 at 11:19 am

      Can I add potatoes and carrots?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 4, 2022 at 2:07 pm

        Yes, that would work well.

        Reply
    4. Calene says

      December 11, 2021 at 4:09 am

      5 stars
      Sounds awesome… I also used to do a similar using ketchup and coke…. can not wait to try this. Can I start with a frozen roast ti have today or should I thaw and wait until tomorrow. Thanks

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 11, 2021 at 4:01 pm

        I suggest thawing first, some studies suggest it’s not safe to cook from frozen.

        Reply
    5. thomas W McCort says

      January 30, 2021 at 11:24 am

      5 stars
      I’ve done a similar recipe using (real not diet) Coca-Cola instead of beer. It turns out great.

      Reply
    6. Laura Luallin says

      March 27, 2020 at 7:39 pm

      Can u uses pork tender loin ??

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 27, 2020 at 8:40 pm

        I don’t see why not. If you do, let me now how it turns out!

        Reply
    7. Debbie says

      December 31, 2019 at 11:54 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe a few days ago and it turned out very tasty. I served it on top of mashed potatoes. Very easy to put together and has lots of flavor.

      Reply
    8. Kim says

      October 20, 2019 at 6:52 am

      Can I cook in instapot instead for less time?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 20, 2019 at 8:09 am

        Yes! Use the same amount of time your instant pot says for a roast.

        Reply
    9. Bailey says

      October 15, 2019 at 9:47 am

      We don’t drink beer or liquor so there is none in our house. What can I use as a replacement?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 15, 2019 at 9:55 am

        Beef broth would work fine.

        Reply
      • Kate says

        September 1, 2021 at 12:31 pm

        I’ve used Root Beer soda as a subsitute. Just make sure you use a GOOD Root Beer!

        Reply
    10. Justine says

      March 24, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      Could you use a smaller roast like 2-3lbs?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 25, 2019 at 8:39 am

        Yes! Would work just fine, any of my recipes you can use a little less or more meat and the results will be fine.

        Reply
    11. Steven Wunch says

      March 4, 2019 at 3:47 am

      Could you use Guinness instead of regular beer?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 4, 2019 at 7:07 am

        Yes, would be great!

        Reply
    12. Bruce says

      March 3, 2019 at 4:19 am

      I’ve had great results when adding heavy, lager beer to recipes.

      Reply
    13. Bruce says

      March 3, 2019 at 4:17 am

      That looks like an excellent, easy recipe. Thanks

      Reply

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