Name: Braised Chuck Roast
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 to 3 lbs chuck roast; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 large onion, sliced; 4 cloves garlic, smashed; 3 large carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces; 4 medium russet potatoes, quartered; 2 cups beef broth; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 bay leaves

Description

A flavorful braised chuck roast cooked with aromatics and hearty vegetables until fork-tender.

Ingredients

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3 to 3 lbs chuck roast
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 large onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, smashed
3 large carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
4 medium russet potatoes, quartered
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 bay leaves

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and garlic powder. Rub the seasoning blend all over the roast.
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven (or heavy oven-safe pot) over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. Transfer the roast to a plate.
Add sliced onion and smashed garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Pour in beef broth and add bay leaves, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chuck roast to the pot, nestling it into the liquid. Scatter carrots and potatoes around the beef.
Cover pot with a tight-fitting lid or heavy-duty foil, and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 3 hours or until fork-tender.
Remove the pot from the oven and discard bay leaves. Let the roast rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with pan juices, vegetables, and your favorite sides.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the roast overnight before cooking.
This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg