Best 6 Zesty Slow Cooker Italian Pot Roast Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey to Italy, where flavors and aromas dance together to create a symphony of taste. Slow-cooker Italian pot roast is an exquisite dish that embodies the essence of Italian cuisine, a harmonious blend of savory herbs, succulent meat, and a vibrant tomato-based sauce. This one-pot wonder is a testament to the art of slow cooking, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen over time, resulting in a tender and mouthwatering masterpiece. As you delve into the recipes within this article, you'll discover a treasure trove of variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From a classic beef pot roast infused with garlic and rosemary to a vegetarian delight featuring hearty portobello mushrooms, each recipe promises a unique culinary adventure. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary exploration, this collection of slow-cooker Italian pot roast recipes will guide you towards creating a memorable and delectable dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER ZESTY ITALIAN POT ROAST



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Serve our Slow-Cooker Zesty Italian Pot Roast recipe as part of tonight's menu. Let this Slow-Cooker Zesty Italian Pot Roast simmer for a few hours before serving.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 8h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 lb.)
3 carrots, peeled, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbsp. WYLER'S Instant Bouillon Beef Flavored Granules

Steps:

  • Heat dressing in large deep skillet on medium-high heat. Add roast; cook 5 min. on each side or until evenly browned on both sides.
  • Place browned roast in slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray; top with carrots, onions and bay leaves.
  • Mix remaining ingredients until blended; pour over ingredients in slow cooker. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 8 to 10 hours (or on HIGH 5 to 6 hours).
  • Remove and discard bay leaves. Transfer roast to platter; top with vegetables and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

ZESTY SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN POT ROAST



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Make and share this Zesty Slow-Cooker Italian Pot Roast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shellbelle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 8h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
4 medium potatoes, quartered
2 cups fresh baby carrots
1 stalk celery, sliced
1/2 tablespoon pepper
1 can tomato soup
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon thyme

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, carrots, and celery in bottom of slow cooker.
  • Season roast with pepper and place on top.
  • Mix soup, water, oregano, and thyme.
  • Pour over roast and vegetables.
  • Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours.

ZESTY SLOW COOKER ITALIAN POT ROAST



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Found in a slow cooker cookbook. UPDATE: You can still find the soup in the Campbell's soup section in a box and it is called Campbell's Select.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 10h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium potatoes, quartered
2 cups fresh baby carrots
1 stalk celery, sliced
2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
1/2 tablespoon pepper
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup with roasted garlic and herbs
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, carrots, and celery in bottom of slow cooker.
  • Season roast with pepper and place on top.
  • Mix soup and water.
  • Pour over roast and vegetables.
  • Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours.
  • •For a thicker gravy: Combine 1/4 cup flour and 1/2 cup water until smooth. Remove beef and vegetables and keep warm. Stir into cooking juices. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 912.8, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 195.6, Sodium 238.9, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 57

ZESTY SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN POT ROAST



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Chuck roast, potatoes, celery and carrots simmer to tenderness in the slow-cooker with an Italian-inspired tomato sauce made special with Campbell's® Condensed Tomato Soup.

Categories     zesty slow-cooker italian pot roast

Time 10h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 potatoes
2 c. whole baby carrots
1 stalk celery
1 plum tomato
1 beef bottom round roast
or beef chuck pot roast
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1 can Campbell's® Condensed Tomato Soup
1/2 c. water
1 tbsp. garlic
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1 tsp. vinegar

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes, carrots, celery and tomato into a 3 1/2-quart slow cooker. Season the beef with the black pepper. Place the beef into the cooker.
  • Stir the soup, water, garlic, basil, oregano, parsley and vinegar in a small bowl. Pour the soup mixture over the beef and vegetables.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 10 to 11 hours** or until the beef is fork-tender and the vegetables are tender.
  • *To roast garlic, place 1 whole garlic bulb onto a square of aluminum foil. Drizzle with vegetable oil. Wrap the foil tightly around the garlic. Roast at 350 degrees F. for 45 minutes or until the garlic is soft. Peel and chop the garlic.
  • **Or on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours.
  • Tip: For thicker gravy, mix 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup water in a small bowl until the mixture is smooth. Remove the beef and vegetables from the cooker. Stir the flour mixture into the cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes or until the mixture boils and thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories

BEST EVER SLOW COOKER ITALIAN BEEF ROAST



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Best tender and juicy pot roast you've ever eaten! Also great sliced up and served on hearty rolls.

Provided by Teeann

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 6h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast
1 onion, quartered
1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
1 (1 ounce) packet dry au jus mix
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian salad dressing mix (such as Good Seasons®)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place beef chuck roast into a slow cooker and scatter onion quarters around the meat. Pour the beef broth over the meat and sprinkle the au jus mix, Italian salad dressing mix, salt, and black pepper over the roast.
  • Cover cooker, set on Low, and cook until meat is very tender, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 77.5 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1108.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN POT ROAST



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This slow-cooker Italian pot roast is redolent with garlic and spices. When I come home from work to its wonderful fragrance, I can hardly wait to dive in. It's tender and tasty, and so easy to put together.—Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound fresh baby carrots
2 cans (8 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 medium potatoes, cubed
2 medium onions, chopped
1 envelope brown gravy mix
2 cans (11.5 ounces each) tomato juice

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, brown meat on all sides; drain. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic. Cut roast in half; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Top with the carrots, mushrooms, potatoes and onions. In a bowl, whisk gravy mix and tomato juice; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low until tender, 7-1/2 to 8 hours., Freeze option: Freeze cooled beef and vegetable mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 536mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful pot roast, sear it in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker and brown it on all sides.
  • Use a good quality beef broth or stock for the best flavor.
  • Add a variety of vegetables to the pot roast, such as carrots, potatoes, celery, and onions.
  • Season the pot roast with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook the pot roast on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
  • Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles and a side of vegetables.

Conclusion:

This Zesty Slow Cooker Italian Pot Roast is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The pot roast is cooked in a flavorful broth with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper. The meat is fall-apart tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles and a side of vegetables for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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