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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Are you looking for a hearty and satisfying meal that requires minimal effort? Look no further than this Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast! Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this dish combines the rich flavors of tender chuck roast with a delightful blend of Italian dressing and beer, creating a savory sauce that will have your taste buds dancing.

This recipe is not only simple but also caters to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. With just four ingredients, you can whip up a delicious main course that serves eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of a perfectly cooked pot roast, ready to be served with your favorite sides.

Cooking in a slow cooker allows the flavors to meld beautifully while ensuring the meat becomes incredibly tender. The combination of the beer and Italian dressing mix infuses the roast with a depth of flavor that is both comforting and satisfying. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein while keeping fats and carbs in check, you can enjoy this meal without any guilt.

So, gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this effortless yet delicious pot roast. It’s a meal that’s sure to become a staple in your home!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz beer canned
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • lb chuck roast trimmed
  • 0.7 oz dressing mix 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%
Source:My Recipes