Description
Craving a no-fuss, soul-warming dinner that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen? This Fork-Tender Juicy Beef is the answer. Slow-cooked to melt-in-your-mouth perfection, this easy recipe transforms a humble chuck roast into a flavorful, pull-apart masterpiece. Whether you’re planning for a cozy family meal, a meal prep session, or looking for hearty dinner ideas, this dish fits the bill. It’s a go-to for busy nights when you want something comforting, satisfying, and almost entirely hands-off. Perfect for anyone looking for quick dinner, easy recipe, or delicious food ideas that deliver big results.
Ingredients
3–4 lbs chuck roast
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups beef broth
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup red wine (optional)
2 bay leaves
3–4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or skillet. Sear the roast on all sides until browned.
3. Remove the beef. Add onions to the same pot and cook until softened.
4. Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Pour in red wine to deglaze the pan. Let it reduce slightly.
6. Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well.
7. Return the beef to the pot. Add bay leaves and thyme.
8. Cover and cook on low in a slow cooker for 8 hours or in a 300°F oven for 3.5–4 hours.
9. When beef is fork-tender, transfer it to a board and shred it.
10. Discard bay leaves and thyme. Return shredded beef to the pot, stir, and serve.
Notes
Always sear the meat first to lock in flavor and caramelization.
This dish tastes even better the next day after the flavors deepen overnight.
For leaner results, refrigerate and skim off the fat before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 90
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