Description

Warm up your chilly evenings with this comforting Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan. Tender chunks of beef chuck roast simmer in a rich, savory gravy, creating a dish that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe combines classic flavors with minimal effort. Serve it alongside crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast
2 medium onions, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
3 large carrots, sliced into thick rounds
1 lb baby potatoes (halved)
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned.
2. Place the seared roast in the slow cooker and layer with onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes.
3. In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Pour over the meat and vegetables.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
5. Remove bay leaves before serving and enjoy with bread or mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider adding mushrooms or bell peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.