Easy & Tender Pot Roast Recipe | Slow Cooker Comfort Food

Recipe and photos by Abbie Guerrero , food blogger and creator of Savvy with Abbie. All photos original.

The Best Pot Roast with Carrots – Easy and Tender

Pot roasts are one of those classic meals that are perfect year-round. They are the definition of pure comfort. Tender and juicy meat, soft carrots and potatoes, you can't go wrong with this recipe. It's a simple recipe that you add to the crockpot and let it slowly cook to perfection. 

Make a tender, flavorful pot roast in the slow cooker with carrots and potatoes. Perfect for an easy family dinner!

The Best Pot Roast with Carrots on a plate and ready to eat
Tender slow cooker pot roast with carrots and potatoes – hearty, flavorful, and perfectly cooked for a comforting dinner.

  • Serving size: 4–5
  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Total cook time: 6–7 hours, depending on your crockpot
  • Family friendly: Yes
  • Serving suggestions: Serve with garlic bread or rolls and a side salad

Why This Pot Roast is So Good

This recipe is super simple, but the flavors really shine. From the tangy kick of the Italian seasoning to the rich depth that comes from the ranch and gravy packets, every bite is bursting with flavor. The pot roast itself is so tender, it just melts in your mouth.

The texture of the pot roast is creamy, soft, and flavorful. The meat practically melts in your mouth, and the carrots are perfectly tender. The seasonings and veggies soak up the flavors and complement the pot roast wonderfully. This is a perfect Sunday meal or a special meal to make during the winter months.

Customize This Pot Roast To Your Liking

For this version, I didn’t have any additional sides - the potatoes and carrots were filling enough. You can easily omit the potatoes and carrots and serve it with sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, or garlic bread. Even a sourdough bread would go well with this.

Love This Recipe? Try These Other Slow Cooker Recipes

Did you make this easy pot roast crockpot recipe? I’d love to hear how it turned out! 

If you enjoy slow cooker recipes, you may also want to check out:
Shredded Ranch Chicken
Easy Slow Cooker Ribs
Easy Crockpot Beef Barbacoa
Honey Garlic Chicken in the Crockpot

Inspiration Behind This Easy & Tender Pot Roast Recipe

This recipe was inspired by cool weather, winter months, and a long weekend. Want your house to smell amazing? Add this meal to the crockpot in the early afternoon and it's done by dinner!

Everything You Need to Make the Best Tender and Flavorful Pot Roast

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  • 1 Pot Roast/Chuck Roast
  • 1 packet of Italian Dressing Mix (dry)
  • *1 packet of Ranch Seasoning Mix (dry)
  • 1 packet of brown gravy mix (dry)
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 3–4 potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 3–4 carrots, cubed
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup water
Ingredients for Tender and Flavorful Pot Roast including seasonings and dressing mixes laid out on the countertop.
Simple ingredients for flavorful pot roast – ranch, Italian dressing, gravy mix, and fresh veggies ready to cook.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make the Best Pot Roast

✓ Step #1: Add everything to crockpot – Chop the carrots and potatoes, then place them along with all other ingredients into a crockpot.

✓ Step #2: Add water – Pour in 1/3 cup of water to help everything cook down into a flavorful blend.

Pot Roast and vegetables in the crockpot ready for serving
Slow cooker pot roast with carrots and potatoes simmering to perfection – tender beef and veggies soaked in rich flavor.

✓ Step #3: Slow cook – Set crockpot to low and cook for 7 hours until fork-tender.

Note: At around 5–6 hours, shred the meat and let it soak in the seasoning for the last hour or two.

How to Save & Store Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes or until warmed through. If you want to store it longer, it also freezes well for up to 3 months!

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