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    Published: Apr 20, 2022 by Diana Reis · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This fall apart braised pot roast comes together in one Dutch oven. The tender pieces of beef are cooked with onions, garlic, and big chunks of carrots in a silky red wine reduction. Every bite is a bit of comfort that you can only get with old fashioned home cooking.

    hero shot pot roast in Dutch oven with salad on side

    This recipe brings it all together in one Dutch oven. The chuck roast is so juicy and tender that you can pull apart the chunks with just your serving tongs.

    The chunks of carrots hold up and take on all of the flavor from the pan gravy.

    The red wine pan gravy requires no extra steps. Adding butter and flour to the pan before the red wine helps the braising juices come together to form a thick, rich gravy to serve over the beef.

    You can make Dutch Oven Pot Roast using either your oven or stove top.

    Contents hide
    Ingredients
    How to make it!
    FAQs
    Tips for Success
    What to Serve with Pot Roast
    Related Recipes
    📖 Recipe
    Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Red Wine
    Oven Method
    Stove Top Method

    Ingredients

    Dutch oven pot roast ingredients

    Beef Roast- I typically use chuck roast for this recipe. It is a very inexpensive shoulder cut that has a nice amount of fat. However, there are a few other cuts that do really well including rump roast, London broil, and top round. 

    Red Wine- Choose a nice red that you like to drink. I tend to go for blends or something in the Cabernet family. The red wine makes up the base for the pan gravy that builds up with the beef broth, and stewed tomatoes.

    How to make it!

    Step 1

    • The first step in making a really good pot roast is browning the meat. That initial sear locks in the juice and starts the flavor building process. 
    • Be sure to heat your Dutch oven thoroughly. It is best to use a medium heat and let the pot sit on the stove a little longer to warm up evenly. 
    • Drizzle olive into the pan,and lay the roast seasoned with salt and pepper into the pan. You should hear a nice sizzle. 
    • Don’t rush this step because the nice bits that stick are the foundation of the deep flavor this dish will develop. 
    • Once the first side is brown, turn it over and brown the under side. Then, remove the roast and set aside.
    Step 1- browning pot roast in Dutch oven

    Step 2

    • Add another two tablespoons of olive oil to the Dutch oven, and add roughly chopped yellow onion.
    • Sauté the onion until they start to soften. 
    • Next, add some minced garlic, carrot chunks, and season with some salt and pepper.
    • Add butter to the sautéing vegetables. Stir and get everything well coated in the butter. Then, add the flour and let it brown slightly.
    Step 2- Sautéing chunks of vegetables with butter and flour added.

    Step 3

    • Deglaze the pan with red wine. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bits of browed meat and vegetables off the bottom of the pot.
    • Then, bring the wine to a simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce the wine a bit. You will notice the butter and flour will make the red wine slightly cloudy. This is the start of the gravy that will develop in the Dutch oven as the roast cooks.
    Step 3- red wine added to Dutch oven to simmer

    Step 4

    • Next, add stewed tomatoes and beef broth to the Dutch oven along with two bay leaves. 
    • This is the remainder of the cooking liquid for braising the roast.
    Step 4- Stewed tomatoes and broth added to pot for simmer liquid

    Step 5

    • Finally, return the browned roast to the Dutch Oven and nestle the meat in the cooking liquid.
    • Place the lid on tight and use either the oven or stove top method to cook.
    Step 5- return browned chuck roast to pot to cook for two to three hours

    Oven Method

    Preheat oven to 325°. Place the Dutch oven with the lid firmly on into the oven and let cook for two and a half to three hours. The typical roast is between 2.5-3 pounds and takes about an hour per pound to cook. 

    Check your cooking liquid around the halfway mark. You can add more beef broth if it looks too low or too thick at this point. 

    Stove Top Method

    Once you’ve placed your browned beef into the braising liquid, bring the juices to a low simmer. Turn your heat to low, place the lid on top, and cook for two to three hours. 

    I find I need to check the braising juices more frequently on the stove top because even with the lid on I get more evaporation and the direct heat tends to intensify the cooking process. So be sure to set the temperature to a very low setting and keep an eye on the simmering liquids.

    You don’t want to cross into the boiling because it will toughen the beef.

    FAQs

    Why use a Dutch oven?

    Dutch ovens are heavy and have well-fitted lids. This helps them reach and maintain the correct cooking temperature. They are really versatile and can be used on the stove or in the oven. This makes them perfect for one pot cooking.

    How long should I cook my pot roast?

    At a low temperature, pot roast takes around 1 hour per pound of meat.

    Why is my pot roast tough?

    If the roast doesn’t fall apart using tongs, it probably just needs to cook a little longer. The fat and sinew in an inexpensive roast take time to break down. I recommend an hour for every pound of beef.

     Always, check the cooking liquid in the pan around half way through to make sure it isn’t drying out.

    Why is my pot roast dry?

    It can be confusing to cook a piece of meat in liquids only to find it dried out. The problem usually lies with cooking temperature. A large piece of chuck or rump roast has a good deal of connective tissue. These need to be cooked very slowly so that they get tender and break down. If they get hot too fast, like when your simmering liquid crosses into a boil, those fibers shorten and contract. This will squeeze the natural moisture right out of your roast. 

    It can’t be said enough, low and slow is the best way to ensure tender pot roast.

    Tips for Success

    Brown the meat well. Make sure the Dutch oven bottom is hot before putting the olive oil and roast down inside. Don’t rush the process. It’s a large piece of meat and a few extra minutes to get good browning won’t cause overcooking.

    Make sure to deglaze the pan and really work those bits of flavor off the bottom of the pan. Working them up into the sauce will add depth to the red wine pan gravy. 

    Also, anything left stuck to the bottom could burn and add a burnt taste to the sauce. 

    Season as you go. Add salt and pepper to taste to the beef when browning, and then the vegetables when sauteeing, and so on. 

    Don’t kick up the heat to finish the pot roast faster. Boiled roast is tough and dry. Go low and slow!

    Second close up of shredded pot roast on white platter with carrots and potatoes

    What to Serve with Pot Roast

    • Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
    • Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
    • Italian Chopped Salad
    • Crispy Baked Potato Smashers from Momables.com
    • Roasted Fingerling Potatoes from LauraFuentas.com
    • Creamy Mashed Potatoes from KyleeCooks.com

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    • Instant Pot Beef Stew
    • Easy Pepper Steak in Red Wine Pan Gravy
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    • Mushroom Marsala Chicken Thighs

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    📖 Recipe

    close up shredded pot roast on white place with carrots and potatoes in red wine gravy

    Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Red Wine

    Tender, fall apart pot roast cooks perfectly with chunky carrots and silky red wine pan gravy.
    4.79 from 14 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American, American Classic, Italian
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 hours hours
    Total Time: 3 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 406kcal
    Author: Diana Reis

    Equipment

    • 7-8 quart Dutch Oven with Fitted Lid

    Ingredients

    • 3 Pounds Beef Roast chuck roast, rump roast, London broil, top round
    • 3 Carrots cut into large chunks
    • 1 Yellow Onion diced
    • 3 Cloves Garlic minced
    • 2 Tablspoons Butter
    • 1 Tablespoon Flour
    • 1 Cup Red Wine
    • 15 Ounce Canned Stewed Tomatoes
    • 1 Cup Beef Broth

    Instructions

    • The first step in making a really good pot roast is browning the meat. That initial sear locks in the juice and starts the flavor building process.
    • Be sure to heat your Dutch oven thoroughly. It is best to use a medium heat and let the pot sit on the stove a little longer to warm up evenly.
    • Drizzle olive into the pan, and lay the roast seasoned with salt and pepper into the pan. You should hear a nice sizzle.
    • Don’t rush this step because the nice bits that stick are the foundation of the deep flavor this dish will develop.
    • Once the first side is brown, turn it over and brown the under side. Then, remove the roast and set aside.
    • Add another two tablespoons of olive oil to the Dutch oven, and add roughly chopped yellow onion.
    • Sauté the onion until they start to soften.
    • Next, add some minced garlic, carrot chunks, and season with some salt and pepper.
    • Add butter to the sautéing vegetables. Stir and get everything well coated in the butter. Then, add the flour and let it brown slightly.
    • Deglaze the pan with red wine. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bits of browed meat and vegetables off the bottom of the pot.
    • Then, bring the wine to a simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce the wine a bit. You will notice the butter and flour will make the red wine slightly cloudy. This is the start of the gravy that will develop in the Dutch oven as the roast cooks.
    • Next, add stewed tomatoes and beef broth to the Dutch oven along with two bay leaves.
    • This is the remainder of the cooking liquid for braising the roast.
    • Finally, return the browned roast to the Dutch Oven and nestle the meat in the cooking liquid.
    • Place the lid on tight and use either the oven or stove top method to cook.

    Oven Method

    • Preheat oven to 325°. Place the Dutch oven with the lid firmly on into the oven and let cook for two and a half to three hours. The typical roast is between 2.5-3 pounds and takes about an hour per pound to cook.
    • Check your cooking liquid around the halfway mark. You can add more beef broth if it looks too low or too thick at this point.

    Stove Top Method

    • Once you’ve placed your browned beef into the braising liquid, bring the juices to a low simmer. Turn your heat to low, place the lid on top, and cook for two to three hours.
    • I find I need to check the braising juices more frequently on the stove top because even with the lid on I get more evaporation and the direct heat tends to intensify the cooking process. So be sure to set the temperature to a very low setting and keep an eye on the simmering liquids.

    Notes

    Why use a Dutch oven?
    Dutch ovens are heavy and have well-fitted lids. This helps them reach and maintain the correct cooking temperature. They are really versatile and can be used on the stove or in the oven. This makes them perfect for one pot cooking.
    How long should I cook my pot roast?
    At a low temperature, pot roast takes around 1 hour per pound of meat. 
    Why is my pot roast tough?
    If the roast doesn’t fall apart using tongs, it probably just needs to cook a little longer. The fat and sinew in an inexpensive roast take time to break down. I recommend an hour for every pound of beef.
     Always, check the cooking liquid in the pan around half way through to make sure it isn’t drying out.
    Why is my pot roast dry?
    It can be confusing to cook a piece of meat in liquids only to find it dried out. The problem usually lies with cooking temperature. A large piece of chuck or rump roast has a good deal of connective tissue. These need to be cooked very slowly so that they get tender and break down. If they get hot too fast, like when your simmering liquid crosses into a boil, those fibers shorten and contract. This will squeeze the natural moisture right out of your roast. 
    It can’t be said enough, low and slow is the best way to ensure tender pot roast.
    Tips for Success
    • Brown the meat well. Make sure the Dutch oven bottom is hot before putting the olive oil and roast down inside. Don’t rush the process. It’s a large piece of meat and a few extra minutes to get good browning won’t cause overcooking.
    • Make sure to deglaze the pan and really work those bits of flavor off the bottom of the pan. Working them up into the sauce will add depth to the red wine pan gravy. 
    • Also, anything left stuck to the bottom could burn and add a burnt taste to the sauce. 
    • Season as you go. Add salt and pepper to taste to the beef when browning, and then the vegetables when sautéing, and so on. 
    • Don’t kick up the heat to finish the pot roast faster. Boiled roast is tough and dry. Go low and slow!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 4305mg | Potassium: 1007mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 6126IU | Vitamin C: 127mg | Calcium: 789mg | Iron: 6mg
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    1. Dionne says

      April 20, 2022 at 5:17 pm

      5 stars
      I love cooking with wine. It adds so much to the overall flavor. This oven pot roast is a great example!

      Reply
    2. Heather says

      April 20, 2022 at 5:45 pm

      5 stars
      So simple and yet SO darn good....couldn't get enough of this! One of my favorite dishes!

      Reply
    3. Anita says

      April 20, 2022 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      The meat is so tender and flavorful. I love it's a one pot so there's minimal cleanup afterward.

      Reply
    4. Kate says

      April 20, 2022 at 7:53 pm

      5 stars
      Love how straightforward this is to make but absolutely packed with flavour - a stunning weeknight dinner made in a dutch oven. just perfect!

      Reply
    5. Emily says

      April 20, 2022 at 7:55 pm

      5 stars
      I just got a dutch oven and can't wait to try this recipe! We love pot roast and only using one pan is always a plus!

      Reply
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