Savory Crock Pot French Onion Pot Roast for Cozy Dinners
A melt-in-your-mouth slow cooker pot roast infused with French onion soup flavors — caramelized onions, garlic, herbs, and melted cheese — perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
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3–4 lb chuck roast
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3–4 yellow onions, thinly sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups beef broth
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
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2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
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1 bay leaf
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: 4 slices Gruyère, Swiss, or provolone cheese
Instructions
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3–4 lb chuck roast
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3–4 yellow onions, thinly sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cups beef broth
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
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2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
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1 bay leaf
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: 4 slices Gruyère, Swiss, or provolone cheese
Notes
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Season roast with salt and pepper. Sear on all sides in olive oil.
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In the same pan, caramelize onions for 10–12 minutes. Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Add half the onions to the Crock Pot. Place roast on top. Add remaining onions and garlic.
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Pour in broth, Worcestershire, and balsamic vinegar. Add thyme and bay leaf.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 8–9 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours.
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(Optional) Top with cheese and broil until bubbly.
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Slice or shred, serve with onion gravy and favorite sides.