Best Beef Chuck Roast
Juicy, tender chuck roast slow-braised with carrots, potatoes, and herb-red wine gravy — ultimate cozy dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
Total Time 3 hours hrs 40 minutes mins
- Roast:
- 3 –4 lb chuck roast
- Onion · carrots · celery · garlic
- Braise:
- Red wine · beef broth · tomato paste
- Rosemary · thyme · bay leaves
Sear roast → remove.
Sauté veggies + paste.
Deglaze with wine → add broth + herbs.
Return roast → 325 °F covered 3 hrs.
Add potatoes last 45 min.
Rest → thicken gravy → serve.
- Bone-in = richer gravy
- Low & slow = fall-apart tender
- Freezes beautifully with sauce
- Day 2 = even better
- Instant Pot version: 60 min pressure