Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast

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This Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast is a delicious twist on our Dutch Oven Pot Roast Recipe. It cooks tender for an easy roast recipe.

A close-up photo of shredded beef in a slow cooker, with tender meat immersed in a rich, flavorful broth reminiscent of French Onion soup. A silver spoon is partially submerged in the savory pot roast mixture. The background shows a textured cloth and the edge of the slow cooker. Text reads "Eating On A Dime.com".

Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food and we enjoy making it as an easy Sunday Night Meal. The addition of the French Onion Soup gives the roast so much flavor and the slow cooker cooks it so tender and juicy.

If you enjoy roast that melts in your mouth, then this French Onion Pot Roast is the one to make. If you have made our French Onion Chicken Crock Pot Recipe then you are going to love this roast recipe.

Why We Love This Roast
Ingredients
How to Make French Onion Pot Roast in the Slow Cooker
Expert Tips
Serving Suggestions
Frequently Asked Questions
Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast Recipe

Why We Love This Roast

Roast is always delicious and we love to use the leftovers to make even more recipes. Use this tender and juicy roast to make Beef Pot Pie, Shredded Beef Sandwiches, and Shredded Beef Tacos.

Start this roast first thing in the morning and it will be ready when you come home from work. Delicious and easy crowd pleasing meal that the entire family will love.

Ingredients

Beef Chuck Roast – You can easily use other types of roast
Vegetable Oil – Use oil of your choice
Yellow Onion – Thinly slice the onion. If you are out, see Best Onion Substitute
Condensed French Onion Soup – We have also use French Onion Soup Mix
Cloves Garlic, Minced – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
Worcestershire Sauce – If you are out, see The Best Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes

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How to Make French Onion Pot Roast in the Slow Cooker

A glass container filled with raw, seasoned beef slices is placed on a light gray surface, ready to be transformed into a savory pot roast. Next to the container, there is a striped cloth napkin.

Step 1 – Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.

Step 2 – Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

A delicious pot roast sits inside a black slow cooker placed on a light-colored surface. A beige and white striped cloth is partially visible to the left of the slow cooker, adding a touch of casual elegance.

Step 3 – Transfer to the slow cooker.

A black slow cooker filled with tender, caramelized onions swimming in a rich French Onion broth. A striped cloth is partially visible to the left of the slow cooker. The image has the watermark "Eating On A Dime.com" in the bottom right corner.

Step 4 – Pour the French Onion soup and Worcestershire sauce on top of the roast.

A slow cooker filled with slices of raw onions and various spices on top of uncooked meat, perfect for a French Onion Pot Roast. A striped cloth napkin is placed next to the slow cooker. The text "Eating On A Dime.com" is at the bottom-right corner of the image.

Step 5 – Top with the sliced onions, garlic and seasonings.

A black slow cooker filled with shredded beef in a dark French onion sauce. A metal spoon rests inside the cooker. Fresh parsley, an onion, and chopped herbs are visible in the background. A beige and white striped towel is placed on the left side, completing this delectable pot roast setup.

Step 6 – Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shreds. Shred the meat in the slow cooker and mix with the onion gravy. Serve and enjoy on a platter!

Expert Tips

Cooking Time – Cooking time will vary depending on your slow cooker and how large your roast is. We like to cook on low but you can also cook on HIGH for 5-6 hours instead.
Gravy – We love to make a delicious gravy to serve over the top of the roast and mashed potatoes when serving. To make a thicker gravy whisk in cornstarch slurry. We like to heat the liquid on the stovetop then easily serve with the roast.

Shredded beef with cooked onions on a fork with mashed potatoes

Serving Suggestions

Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast is a delicious meal that can easily serve with your favorite side dish recipes. These are some of our favorites.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Best Type of Roast to Use?

We like to make this pot roast with a beef roast. We usually use a chuck roast but you can also use a brisket or a bottom round roast.

Do I Sear Pot Roast Before Placing in the Crockpot?

Yes, we recommend searing a pot roast in large hot cast iron skillet or a Dutch Oven for the best flavor and texture.

How to Store Leftover Pot Roast

Store the leftover pot roast in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

How to Reheat Pot Roast

Reheat the leftovers in the oven or the microwave depending on how much you have leftover.

Can I Freeze Pot Roast?

Yes, we love making a large Chuck Roast, so we can freeze the leftovers. Place the cooled shredded pot roast in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw the leftovers in the fridge overnight.

A plate of mashed potatoes topped with shredded beef pot roast and garnished with chopped parsley. An onion, fresh parsley, and salt shaker are in the background. A fork is also visible resting on the plate.

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