This Sweet and Tangy Pot Roast is a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing dish that’s both comforting and unique. The slow cooking process ensures the meat is tender and infused with rich, tangy flavors, while the hint of sweetness adds a delightful twist. It’s worth trying because it’s easy to prepare, requires minimal effort, and delivers maximum flavor.
Sweet and Tangy Pot Roast – Slow Cooker
Course: DinnerCuisine: American Comfort Food6
servings15
minutes400
kcal8
Hours4
HoursThis Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Pot Roast combines tender chuck roast with a flavorful mix of sweet and tangy ingredients, slow-cooked to perfection for a melt-in-your-mouth meal.
Ingredients
– 3 lbs chuck roast
– 1 cup beef broth
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
– 1/4 cup ketchup
– 2 tbsp soy sauce
– 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 large onion, sliced
– 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
– 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the roast in the slow cooker and add the onions, carrots, and potatoes around it.
- In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Pour this mixture over the roast and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shreds.
- Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with the cooked vegetables and sauce.
Notes
- Recipe Tips & Serving Suggestions
🍲 Tip 1: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
🥖 Tip 2: Serve the pot roast with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
🥗 Tip 3: Pair with a simple side salad for a balanced meal. - 🌟 Pin this recipe for later and share your thoughts in the comments if you try it! Let us know how your Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Pot Roast turned out!
