Yummy Red Wine Pot Roast
Yummy Red Wine Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines tender chuck roast with rich red wine and aromatic herbs, simmered to perfection. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s an ideal centerpiece for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Chop carrots and onions; mince garlic.
- Sear the meat: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chuck roast with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides.
- Add aromatics: Remove roast; sauté onions and garlic until soft. Deglaze with red wine, scraping browned bits from the pot.
- Combine & simmer: Return roast to pot with carrots, thyme, rosemary, and beef broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cover tightly.
- Slow cook: Transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C) for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Serve: Let rest before slicing against the grain; enjoy with potatoes or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added depth, you can substitute the red wine with a bold stout or use vegetable broth for a lighter flavor. Allow your roast to rest before slicing for juiciness.