Certainly! Here's a simple and delicious chuck roast recipe for your crock pot that doesn't require any vegetables:
Ingredients:
- 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or any cooking oil of your choice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
Instructions:
Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help the meat sear better.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the chuck roast.
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or a large pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chuck roast to the pan and sear it for about 2-3 minutes on each side until it develops a nice brown crust. This step helps to enhance the flavor of the roast.
Transfer the seared chuck roast to your crock pot.
Pour the beef broth or water into the crock pot, making sure to avoid pouring it directly over the meat to preserve the seared crust.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low heat. Let it cook for 6 to 8 hours, or until the chuck roast becomes tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once the chuck roast is fully cooked, remove it from the crock pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing or shredding it.
Optional: You can use the remaining liquid from the crock pot as a simple gravy. If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the liquid in the crock pot. Cook on high for a few more minutes until the gravy thickens.
Serve the tender and flavorful chuck roast with the gravy (if using) and enjoy your delicious meal! You can pair it with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or rice.