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Slow Cooker Three Envelope Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Three Envelope Pot Roast

Make this Easy Slow Cooker Three Envelope Pot Roast with tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and rich savory gravy for the perfect comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for searing
  • 1 pound baby potatoes
  • 4 large carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 packet brown gravy mix
  • 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning mix
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for thicker gravy
  • 2 tablespoons cold water optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the chuck roast lightly with black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear the roast for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned. This step is optional but adds extra flavor.
  3. Place the sliced onion in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Arrange the potatoes and carrots around the onions.
  5. Place the roast on top of the vegetables.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, ranch seasoning, brown gravy mix, and Italian dressing seasoning until smooth.
  7. Pour the mixture evenly over the roast.
  8. Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 9 hours or High for 5 to 6 hours, until the beef is fall-apart tender.
  9. Remove the roast and shred or slice it.
  10. If you prefer a thicker gravy, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water, stir it into the slow cooker, cover, and cook on High for another 10 to 15 minutes.
  11. Serve the roast with the potatoes, carrots, and plenty of the rich gravy.

Notes

  • Chuck roast gives the most tender results.
  • Searing the meat is optional but creates a deeper flavor.
  • Baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes work especially well.
  • Avoid opening the slow cooker while cooking to keep the temperature steady.
  • Taste the gravy before adding extra salt since the seasoning packets are already salty.