5-Ingredient Roast (Effortless & Flavorful!)

5-Ingredient Roast (Effortless & Flavorful!) 🍖🔥

This simple, juicy roast requires just 5 ingredients and minimal prep—perfect for busy days but impressive enough for Sunday dinner.

🍽️ Ingredients

• 1 (3-4 lb) chuck roast (or beef/pork shoulder)

• 1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix (or ranch seasoning)

• 1 cup beef broth (or water + 1 tsp Worcestershire)

• 4-5 carrots, chopped into chunks (optional, but classic)

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter)

(Salt & pepper are freebies!)

👩🍳 Instructions

1. Sear: Heat oil in a Dutch oven (or skillet). Pat roast dry, season with salt & pepper, and sear 3-4 mins per side until browned.

2. Season: Sprinkle onion soup mix over the roast, then pour broth around it (not on top!). Add carrots if using.

3. Slow Cook:

   • Oven: Cover and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.

   • Slow cooker: Low for 8 hours or High for 5 hours.

4. Shred/Slice: Serve with the rich jus (reduce on stove for thicker gravy).

💡 Pro Tips

✅ No soup mix? Use 1 tbsp garlic powder + 1 tsp onion powder.
✅ Extra flavor: Add 1 tbsp soy sauce to the broth.
✅ Crispy crust: Broil the roast 5 mins after cooking.

Why It Works

✨ Hands-off cooking (set it and forget it!).
✨ Budget-friendly—tough cuts become tender.
✨ Pairs with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

5 ingredients, endless comfort! 😋

Want veggies? Add potatoes or mushrooms in the last hour! 🥔🍄