Description

A comforting, hands-off keto-friendly slow cooker pot roast with rich garlic herb gravy that is tender, juicy, and perfect for busy days or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 large garlic cloves, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
Black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon xanthan gum

Instructions

Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Brown the roast on all sides, about 4 minutes per side, until deep caramel color forms.
Transfer the seared roast to the slow cooker. Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over it. Sprinkle minced garlic evenly on top.
Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours, or until the roast is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once done, transfer the roast to a plate and cover loosely with foil to rest.
Pour the cooking liquid into a saucepan, skim off excess fat if needed, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in butter until melted. Slowly whisk in xanthan gum about ½ teaspoon at a time until the gravy is silky and coats the back of a spoon.
Slice or shred the pot roast and pour generous amounts of garlic herb gravy over the top. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Do not skip searing the roast for best flavor. Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for a better taste. Add xanthan gum gradually to avoid lumps in the gravy. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing to lock in juices. Leftovers reheat best on the stove with a splash of broth to keep moist. Optional vegetables like mushrooms, green beans, or radishes can be added in the last 2 hours of cooking.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
Calories: 410
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 420
Fat: 25
Saturated Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 4
Fiber: 1
Protein: 38

Keywords: keto, slow cooker, pot roast, garlic herb gravy, low carb, comfort food, beef roast, crockpot