Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
14%
Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast
500 min.
8
346kcal

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If you're searching for a hearty, satisfying meal that can easily feed a crowd without any fuss, look no further than this Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast. This delightful dish marries simplicity with flavor, showcasing the exquisite tenderness of a well-cooked chuck roast. With just four ingredients, it's not only incredibly easy to prepare, but it also caters to a variety of dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Perfect for busy weekdays or a cozy weekend dinner, this pot roast requires minimal effort while promising maximum enjoyment.

The magic of this recipe lies in its slow cooking method, allowing the meat to absorb the rich flavors of beer and Italian dressing. The result is a succulent roast that falls apart with just a fork, paired beautifully with a savory sauce that can elevate any meal. Whether you're serving it for lunch or dinner, it's a comforting main dish that will have everyone buzzing with appreciation.

Picture this: You come home after a long day to the mouthwatering aroma wafting through your home, a warm pot roast waiting for you at the end of the day. With just a quick browning in the skillet and the push of a button on your slow cooker, this comforting meal is just hours away. Gather around the table and savor the joy of good food and great company with this crowd-pleasing pot roast that's sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz beer canned
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • lb beef chuck trimmed
  • 0.7 oz salad dressing italian

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Brown roast in hot oil in a skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes on each side; transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker.
  2. Whisk together beer and dressing mix; pour over roast. Cover; cook on LOW 8 to 10 hours or until tender.
  3. Remove roast from slow cooker. Skim fat from sauce; serve with roast.

Nutrition Facts

Calories346kcal
Protein39.23%
Fat58.61%
Carbs2.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.06
Glycemic Load
0.61
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
18.197391446923%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.88kcal
17.29%
Fat:21.8g
33.54%
Saturated Fat:8.78g
54.86%
Carbohydrates:1.81g
0.6%
Net Carbohydrates:1.81g
0.66%
Sugar:0.27g
0.3%
Cholesterol:117.37mg
39.12%
Sodium:164.11mg
7.14%
Alcohol:1.66g
100%
Alcohol %:0.97%
100%
Protein:32.83g
65.66%
Zinc:12.8mg
85.32%
Vitamin B12:4.65µg
77.54%
Selenium:35.34µg
50.49%
Vitamin B3:7.58mg
37.88%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.63%
Phosphorus:327.81mg
32.78%
Iron:3.55mg
19.74%
Potassium:578.29mg
16.52%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.13%
Vitamin B5:1.06mg
10.62%
Magnesium:34.99mg
8.75%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.66%
Copper:0.11mg
5.32%
Vitamin K:5.19µg
4.94%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.56%
Calcium:30.94mg
3.09%
Folate:7.65µg
1.91%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.06%