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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pot Roast Recipe

Add a simple and quick twist to your chuck roast by adding fresh cranberries and a delicious homemade cranberry sauce recipe.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time9 hours
Total Time9 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs. chuck roast
  • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • 1 lb. baby potatoes Halved
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 14 oz. can whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 oz. packet Lipton onion soup mix
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp. dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch optional if needed for thickening
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Instructions

  • Pat the chuck roast dry with a paper towel, season all sides with pepper and salt.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the roast in the skillet until brown on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the slow cooker add the baby potatoes, carrots, and fresh cranberries. Place the seared chuck roast on top.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, soup mix, garlic, beef stock, and dried rosemary.
  • Pour the cranberry mixture on top of the chuck roast and add the bay leaves.
  • Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 8-9 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  • (Optional): If you desire a thicker gravy, remove the beef from the slow cooker and set it aside. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  • Remove the bay leaves from the slow cooker. Shred the beef using two forks.
  • Serve the pot roast with the cranberry sauce on top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure to sear the chuck roast before placing it in the slow cooker. This step helps lock in the flavors and adds a nice texture to the meat.
  • The fresh cranberries add a burst of tartness to balance the sweetness of the cranberry sauce. If fresh cranberries are not available, you can leave them out.
  • You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. Feel free to add additional herbs or spices such as thyme or garlic powder.
  • Skip the whole cranberry sauce and use jellied instead if you prefer a smoother sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 640kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 1055mg | Potassium: 1272mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 3015IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 6mg

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