Lone Star Pot Roast (Dutch Oven or Crock Pot)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Lone Star Pot Roast (Dutch Oven or Crock Pot)
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

8-10 hours or 4-5 hours

Ready In

8-10 hours or 4-5 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 boneless beef chuck roast
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 can tomatoes , diced & undrained
1 can green chilies , chopped
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup cold water
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
450
Sugar
4g
Fat
33g
Lone Star Pot Roast is a Tex-Mex inspired recipe that combines the traditional beef pot roast with zesty Mexican flavors. The combination of beef chuck roast, canned tomatoes, and green chilies creates a juicy and flavorful meat dish that can be served with rice, mashed potatoes, or tortillas. Using a Dutch oven or crockpot makes this recipe convenient and low-maintenance, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. This recipe is perfect for those who love spicy and savory food with a hint of sweetness, and who enjoy experimenting with different flavors in their cooking.

Instructions

1.In a large Dutch oven or crockpot, heat up the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
2.Brown the boneless beef chuck roast on all sides for about 4-5 minutes each.
3.In a bowl, mix together the canned tomatoes (diced & undrained), canned green chilies (chopped), taco seasoning, beef bouillon granules, and sugar.
4.Pour the mixture onto the beef roast in the Dutch oven or crockpot.
5.Cover and cook on low heat for about 8-10 hours or high heat for about 4-5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
6.Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the Dutch oven or crockpot and place it on a cutting board.
7.Mix together the all-purpose flour and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
8.Whisk the slurry into the remaining cooking liquid in the Dutch oven or crockpot and cook for a few more minutes until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
9.Serve the beef roast topped with the sauce.

PROS

This Lone Star Pot Roast is a crowd-pleaser and easy to make in a Dutch oven or crockpot.

The beef is juicy, tender, and flavorful with a slightly spicy and savory taste from the taco seasoning and green chilies.

It’s a perfect cold-weather comfort food.

CONS

The beef roast takes a while to cook, which requires some advance planning.

The meat can be a bit fatty, which may not be ideal for those on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12, which are essential for building muscle, carrying oxygen in the blood, and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
Tomatoes are high in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Green chilies are a good source of vitamin C, which can help strengthen the immune system.

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