Best 6 Texas Pot Roast Slow Cooker Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty, soul-warming dish that effortlessly combines convenience and flavor? Look no further than Texas Pot Roast, a classic slow-cooker recipe that delivers tender, juicy meat and an incredibly rich gravy. This iconic dish, deeply rooted in Texan culinary traditions, promises an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

In this comprehensive guide, we present not one, but three irresistible variations of Texas Pot Roast, catering to diverse preferences and dietary requirements. Our classic recipe stays true to the traditional method, while our modern adaptation introduces a tangy twist with the addition of balsamic vinegar. And for those seeking a healthier alternative, our leaner version utilizes leaner cuts of beef and incorporates heart-healthy ingredients.

Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can achieve culinary success. We provide detailed ingredient lists, preparation tips, and cooking times to streamline the process and guarantee perfect results.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones savoring every bite of this delectable Texas Pot Roast.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER POT ROAST



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It's quick and easy to assemble.

Provided by keylimeone

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Beef     Pot Roast Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 onion, sliced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (1.2 ounce) package dry beef gravy mix
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
½ cup water, or as needed
5 whole peeled carrots

Steps:

  • Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray. Spread the onion slices out into the bottom of the cooker.
  • Spread the flour out onto a work surface. Sprinkle the chuck roast with salt and black pepper, and roll the roast in the flour to coat all sides. Using the edge of a small, sturdy plate, pound the flour into the meat. Place the floured roast into the cooker on top of the onions. Whisk together beef gravy mix, ranch dressing mix, and Italian dressing mix in a bowl, and whisk the mixes with water until smooth. Pour over the chuck roast. Distribute carrots around the meat.
  • Cover the cooker, set to Low, and cook until the roast is tender and the gravy has thickened, about 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1287.8 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

SLOW-COOKER POT ROAST



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I work full time, so this slow cooker roast beef is my go-to when I want a hearty, home cooked meal. It's a comfort to walk in and smell this simmering slow cooker pot roast that I know will be fall-apart tender and delicious. -Gina Jackson, Ogdensburg, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon beef base
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, whisk water and beef base; add mushrooms, onion and garlic. Sprinkle roast with pepper; transfer to slow cooker. Drizzle with Worcestershire sauce. Cook roast, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast to a serving platter; tent with foil. Strain cooking juices, reserving vegetables. Skim fat from cooking juices. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and salt until smooth; gradually whisk in cooking juices. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cooked vegetables. Serve with roast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

TEXAS POT ROAST



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You can also cook this on low for 8 to 10 hours either overnight or while at work.

Provided by Beverley Williams

Categories     Beef

Time 5h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lb beef roast
8 small white potatoes, cut in half
1 lb baby carrots
2 c salsa
1 large bell pepper
1 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp flour

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the potatoes in half. Place them in a 4 quart slow cooker.
  • 2. Seed the bell pepper and cut into thin strips.
  • 3. Coat the roast with the flour and place it on top of the potatoes.
  • 4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 5. Place the bell pepper strips over the top
  • 6. Arrange the carrots around the roast.Sprinkle with the minced garlic.
  • 7. Pour the salsa over the top.
  • 8. Cover and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours, or until roast is done.
  • 9. The last hour of cooking, add the cilantro.

SLOW COOKER POT ROAST



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Taking the time to make a smooth, thick gravy for this slow-cooked dinner is worth it. As the pot roast cooks, the water and juices from the vegetables and meat will thin the gravy out, creating just the right consistency.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

One 4-pound beef chuck roast
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
3 cloves garlic, mashed
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
3 cups low-sodium beef broth
3 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the roast all over with 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Coat in flour and shake off any excess. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the roast to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8 minutes, turning as needed. Transfer the roast to the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker, along with the carrots, celery, onions and garlic.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet over medium heat. Add the tomato paste and stir until the oil begins to turn brick-red, about 1 minute. Add the flour and wine and whisk until thick (it's OK if there are some lumps). Add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, allspice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a simmer, whisking, until the gravy is smooth and thickens slightly, about 4 minutes.
  • Pour the gravy into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. The roast and vegetables should be tender.
  • Remove the roast and let rest for a few minutes. Discard the thyme stems and strain the vegetables, reserving the gravy. Toss the vegetables with half the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Stir the remaining parsley into the gravy and season with salt and pepper. Slice the roast against the grain. Serve the meat and vegetables on a platter, moistening them with some of the gravy; serve the remaining gravy on the side.

TEXAS CROCK POT ROAST



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A great pot roast or shred it for sandwiches. Really easy and so good! Prep time does not include marinating time needed.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 -4 lbs beef chuck or 3 -4 lbs boneless bottom round roast
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons oil
1 cup beef broth
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup bottled chili sauce

Steps:

  • Mix together salt, pepper, paprika and garlic and rub into roast.
  • Cover and chill to marinate (overnight, if possible).
  • Brown well on both sides in oil, then place in crock pot and add beef broth and onions.
  • Cook 6 to 8 hours on low or until tender.
  • Add chili sauce the last hour of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.1, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 94, Sodium 901.4, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 25.5

TEXAS POT ROAST



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PREP: 15 MINUTES; COOK: 6 HRS., 30 MINUTES This recipe is fast and easy--your family will love it. I found it in SOUTHERN LIVING. You can probably substitute your favorite beans as well at the tomatoes. Green chilies are not manditory but it certainly adds a touch of spice. It's a very nice one-dish meal.

Provided by Peggy Sharif

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, divided
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1 large sweet onion, cut into several pieces
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 (2 1/2 lb) roast beef, trimmed (eye-of-round is great)
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
pickled jalapeno pepper, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • COMBINE: 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, both cans of tomatoes , onion and 1 tablespoon chili powder in a medium bowl.
  • SPRINKLE roast with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and brown on all sides in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place roast in a 5-1/2 quart slow cooker and pour tomato mixture over it. Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours or until meat shreds easily.
  • REMOVE roast and cut into large chunks; keep warm.
  • SKIM fat from juices in slow cooker. Mash 1-1/2 cans (about 2-3/4 cups) pinto beans; add to slow cooker. Stir in black beans and remaining 1/2 can pinto beans. Add roast beef chunks into slow cooker and cook on HIGH for about 20 minutes. Place a jalapeno pepper slice on each serving, if desired.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of meat. Chuck roast, shoulder roast, and rump roast are all good choices for pot roast. These cuts are tough, but they become tender when cooked slowly in liquid.
  • Brown the meat before cooking. Browning the meat adds flavor and helps to keep it from drying out.
  • Use a flavorful cooking liquid. Beef broth, chicken broth, or water can be used as the cooking liquid. Add vegetables, herbs, and spices to the liquid to create a flavorful pot roast.
  • Cook the pot roast on low heat for 8-10 hours. This will allow the meat to become tender and fall apart.
  • Serve the pot roast with your favorite sides. Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and green beans are all good choices.

Conclusion:

Texas pot roast is a classic comfort food that is easy to make in a slow cooker. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and tender pot roast that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give Texas pot roast a try!

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