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Braised Beef Chuck Roast

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This easy braised beef chuck roast recipe is a comforting classic that’s simple to prepare but packed with rich flavor! Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this melt-in-your-mouth shredded beef pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, making it an effortless go-to for a busy weeknight.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2.5 pound beef chuck roast
  • 1 yellow onion, roughly chopped into 1” pieces
  • 1 cup carrot roughly chopped into 1″ pieces
  • 1 cup celery roughly chopped into 1″ pieces
  • 8 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 14.5 ounce can beef stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Kosher salt
  • fresh cracked pepper
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • mashed potatoes for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Pat chuck roast dry and season with salt and pepper on all sides.
  4. Sear chuck roast until a dark golden-brown crust forms. Remove from pan and set aside.
  5. Without wiping out the pan, add onion, carrot, celery, and a large pinch of salt and pepper to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and add smashed garlic, Italian seasoning, tomato paste, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce along with a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Move veggies to the outside of the pan and add seared beef chuck roast along with any juices that accumulated on the plate, beef stock, bay leaves, and another couple of large pinches of salt and pepper.
  8. Cover and place in the oven to cook for about 3 hours or until it’s fall apart tender and shreds easily. This is a great time to make those mashed potatoes or mac and cheese.
  9. Let the roast rest for about 10 minutes. Serve chuck roast on top of my super easy garlic mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
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Notes

    • Don’t skip the sear! Before braising, sear the chuck roast on all sides in a hot pan. This step helps to lock in the juices and adds depth of flavor to the dish. Don’t forget to season the roast well with salt and pepper before searing!

    • Let it rest! Give the roast about 10 minutes to rest before shredding and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and ensure that the roast is tender and juicy.

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