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Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast

A tender beef pot roast slow-cooked with sweet onions and savory broth, inspired by classic French onion soup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pot Roast
  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 3 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet French onion soup mix
  • 2 tbsp butter

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season and sear the beef until browned.
  2. Cook onions and garlic until softened.
  3. Transfer everything to the slow cooker.
  4. Add broth, soup mix, butter, and seasonings.
  5. Cook on low until fork-tender.

Notes

For thicker gravy, reduce liquid or add a cornstarch slurry.