Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan

A hearty and comforting slow-cooked beef dish that is perfect for busy weeknights, served with mashed potatoes or noodles.

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 30

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 420 kcal

3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Choose a roast with some marbling for moisture.
2 medium Sweet Onions If using regular onions, they work just fine.
4 cloves Fresh Garlic Do not skip; it melts into the broth.
4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth A deeper flavor can be achieved by using low-sodium broth.
1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce
2 teaspoons Thyme
2 leaves Bay Leaves
3 medium Carrots
2 stalks Celery
6 medium Potatoes If smaller, add one more.

Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and pat it dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Sear the roast on all sides until browned.
Slice the onions, chop the carrots and celery, mince the garlic, and cube the potatoes.

Place onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes in the slow cooker. Lay the seared roast on top.
Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, ensuring the liquid reaches halfway up the roast. Add thyme and bay leaves.
Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 8 to 9 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours. Check for tenderness with a fork.
Once tender, remove the beef and shred it. Return to the pot.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Let warm through before serving.
Serve over creamy mashed potatoes or noodles, garnished with thyme or parsley.

For a chunkier finish, cut the roast into pieces instead of shredding. To thicken the sauce, whisk in cornstarch and simmer.

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 35gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g

Keyword Beef Manhattan, Comfort Food, Hearty Dinner, slow cooker beef

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