The Easiest Crockpot Roast Beef (Just 5 Ingredients!)

This Crockpot Roast Beef is fall-apart tender, juicy, and downright delicious. The best part? It only takes 5 simple ingredients, and your slow cooker does all the work!

Crockpot Roast Beef

When I was a kid, pot roasts had to have been my least favorite meal.

I seriously would sit there and pick at it, and as soon as my parents were distracted, I’d call the dog or cat over. Or wrap it in a napkin, hide it in the trash, and cross my fingers and toes my parents didn’t realize what I’d done.

I’m so glad that our taste buds change every seven years because these days, crockpot roast beef is one of my favorite foods!

At least, it is when it’s prepared this way.

The meat is spoon tender and flavored perfectly. The same can be said about the veggies in it.

And the gravy—oh honey, I’m Southern and I’m all about gravy!

This pot roast has plenty of gravy and it’s all sorts of delicious, It’s perfect for sopping up with some of my Mama’s buttermilk biscuits, or my 3 ingredient biscuits.

All three of my kids shovel this in their mouths and always ask for seconds and thirds.

When my husband was still alive, he’d straight out refuse anyone else’s pot roast. Actually, he hated pot roast (or so he thought) until he tried mine. It’s perfection you guys!

Why You’ll Love Crockpot Roast Beef

• Easy to Make: Crockpot meals are always so easy to make! Throw in simple ingredients and let it do its magic while you get other things done.
• Only 5 Ingredients: Only uses 5 ingredients (well six, if you want to add onions).
• Complete Meal: This meal has protein, veggies, and starch. You really need nothing else. Except for maybe some bread to sop up the gravy with!
• Comfort Food: Roast beef, gravy and potatoes is comfort food at it’s finest. This is one of the best pot roast recipes to feed your whole family, and it makes for tender roast beef every single time.

Ingredients for Crockpot Roast Beef

• Boneless Chuck Roast: This is the best cut of meat for a tender roast beef. Chuck roast has plenty of connective tissue to break down during slow cooking, making the beef super tender and flavorful.
• Cream of Mushroom Soup: This adds creaminess and much flavor to the crockpot roast. Using a low-sodium version lets you control how salty the dish is.
• Dry Onion Soup Mix: This is one of the simple ingredients that gives this dish a punch of flavor.
• Potatoes, Baby Carrots, and Onion: These large chunks of veggies cook right along with the roast, soaking up all the delicious juices. Feel free to add as many as you think you’ll need to feed your whole family.
• Pepper to Taste: A little black pepper adds a nice touch of heat and flavor to the tender beef.

How to Make Crockpot Roast Beef

Sear the Roast (Optional): If you want to add a really nice depth of flavor, searing the roast is recommended. You’ll brown both side of the boneless chuck roast using a large skillet over medium-high heat with a little butter or olive oil.

Cook it for a couple minutes on each side until it’s browned. Searing the roast adds a nice crust, but if you’re short on time, just place the roast straight into the bottom of the crockpot.

Add Vegetables: Place the large chunks of potatoes, baby carrots, and onions around the top of the roast in the crock pot. Cut the red potatoes into large pieces unless they’re small potatoes.

Prepare the Gravy Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup with the dry onion soup mix.

Pour Over Meat and Veggies: Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the beef and veggies in the slow cooker. Make sure everything is covered.

Slow Cook: Set it to low heat and let it slow cook for 8-10 hours until the roast is fork tender and falling apart.

Other Delicious & Comforting Meals

• Marry Me Chicken
• Pork Chops and Cabbage
• Spaghetti Casserole
• Crockpot Taco Dip
• Braised Short Ribs
• Cabbage Casserole
• Mississippi Pot Roast

Recipe Tips

• Choose the Best Cut of Meat: A boneless chuck roast is your best bet for tender, juicy beef. You can also use a rump roast or tri-tip roast if that’s what you’ve got.
• Sear for Extra Flavor: If you have a little extra time, sear the roast first. Trust me, this adds a deeper, richer flavor and gives it a nice crust.
• Don’t Skimp on Cooking Time: For the most tender roast beef, cook it on low heat for 8-10 hours. Slow cooking is key for breaking down the connective tissue and making the beef fork tender.
• Make Extra for Leftovers: This dish makes great pot roast leftovers. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for a quick and easy meal the next day.
• Thicken the Gravy: If you like a thicker gravy, make a cornstarch slurry with a little cold water and stir it into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Recipe Variations and Add-ins

• Add Fresh Herbs: Toss in some fresh rosemary or fresh thyme for a boost of flavor.
• Use Red Wine: Swap out some of the beef broth for a splash of red wine. It’ll give the dish a richer taste.
• Add Worcestershire Sauce: Adding a dash of Worcestershire sauce will give the roast a savory, tangy flavor that makes it even better.
• Tomato Paste: Mix a bit of tomato paste into the gravy mixture for a more robust flavor. It’s a great addition if you’re a fan of beef stew.
• Up the Spice: If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the gravy mixture.
• Creamy Gravy: Stir in a little sour cream or heavy cream at the end to make a rich, creamy gravy.

Ways to Serve Crockpot Roast Beef

• Classic Style: Serve the tender roast beef with the potatoes, baby carrots, and onions right from the crockpot. Spoon some of the rich gravy over the top for a classic comfort food meal.
• Over Mashed Potatoes: Pile the beef and veggies on a plate and serve it with a side of creamy mashed potatoes Use the delicious gravy to smother those taters!
• In a Sandwich: Shred the beef and pile it onto a soft roll or bun. Add some gravy or your favorite sauce for a tasty pot roast sandwich.
• With Bread: Comfort foods are even better with bread. I like to use my Copycat Longhorn Bread, rolls, or my Olive Garden Breadsticks to sop up all the gravy.

How to Store Leftovers

Let the dish cool down, then scoop the meat and veggies into an airtight container. Pour any delicious gravy over the top to keep everything moist and flavorful.

Pop it in the fridge and enjoy your leftover pot roast the next day or over the next few days. You can reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop until it’s nice and warm.

If you make this recipe for my Crockpot Pot Roast, I’d love it if you posted it on Instagram & tagged me at @MrsHappyHomemaker or #MrsHappyHomemaker!

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Crockpot Roast Beef

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 hours hours

Ingredients

• 1 - 4 to 5 pound chuck roast a tri-tip roast is also really good
• 2 cans low-sodium cream of mushroom soup
• 1 envelope dry onion soup mix
• potatoes
• baby carrots
• onion
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• If you wish to sear the roast before placing it in the slow cooker, season with salt and pepper and cook in a hot skillet a couple minutes on each side, then place in the crockpot. I actually like to sear mine with a little bit of butter in the pan, but that's a personal preference. If you don't wish to sear the meat (you don't have to!), just place it straight into the crockpot.
• Arrange the potatoes, carrots, and onions in the crockpot too. Cut the potatoes into chunks unless you're using very small potatoes.
• Mix the canned soup with the onion soup mix. Pour over the meat and veggies.
• Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Notes

For the potatoes, carrots, and onions, I don't really measure it, I just use an amount that I think will feed my family.