Easy Sunday Roast
There’s nothing quite like a comforting Sunday roast, and this Easy Crockpot Sunday Roast is a game-changer. It’s rich, flavorful, and practically effortless—just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it do the work! Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just want delicious leftovers, this recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
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What makes this roast stand out? The combination of a well-seasoned chuck roast, a rich brown gravy, and the savory depth of Lipton onion soup mix. It creates a perfect harmony of flavors with minimal effort. So, if you’re looking for a fuss-free way to enjoy a hearty, home-cooked meal, this crockpot Sunday roast is exactly what you need!
Why You’ll Love Easy Sunday Roast
- Set it and forget it – The crockpot does all the work while you go about your day.
- Packed with flavor – The blend of seasonings, onion soup mix, and gravy makes this roast irresistible.
- Tender & juicy – Slow cooking ensures a fork-tender roast every time.
- Perfect for meal prep – Leftovers taste even better the next day!
What You Need To Make Easy Sunday Roast
You’ll need a few simple ingredients to bring this dish together. You can find the exact measurements in the recipe card below!
- Chuck roast – A 3-4lb cut works best for slow cooking.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps with searing.
- Heinz brown gravy – A shortcut for deep, savory flavor.
- Lipton onion soup mix – Enhances the roast with bold, oniony goodness.
- Cream of mushroom soup – Adds creaminess and depth.
- Garlic cloves – Fresh garlic gives an extra punch of flavor.
- Seasonings – A mix of garlic powder, onion powder, Creole seasoning, and Montreal steak seasoning.
How To Make Easy Sunday Roast
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Sear the roast: In a crockpot (if it has a sear function) or a cast iron skillet on the stove, melt slices of butter. Season one side of your room-temperature chuck roast with half of the seasonings and one packet of Lipton onion soup mix. Stuff sliced garlic cloves into small cuts in the roast.
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Brown the meat: Place the seasoned side of the roast face-down into the butter and sear until golden brown. While it’s browning, season the other side and add the remaining garlic. Flip and sear the other side.
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Slow cook: Set your crockpot to high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours. Add the seared meat, pour in the brown gravy, then fill the gravy jar with water, shake it up, and pour it into the crockpot. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup.
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Cover and cook: Let it simmer low and slow until the roast is fall-apart tender. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies!
Commonly Asked Questions
Can I use a different cut of meat?
Yes! While chuck roast is ideal for slow cooking, you can also use brisket or a bottom round roast. Just make sure it’s well-marbled for the best flavor and tenderness.
Can I make this in the oven instead of a crockpot?
Absolutely! Sear the roast as instructed, then place it in a covered Dutch oven at 300°F for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
Do I need to add extra liquid?
Nope! The gravy, soup, and natural juices from the roast provide plenty of moisture. However, if you want extra sauce, you can add ½ cup of beef broth.
What should I serve with Sunday roast?
Mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, or buttery dinner rolls pair perfectly with this dish. The gravy is so good, you’ll want something to soak it up!
Easy Sunday Roast
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb chuck roast
- 4 tbsp butter
- 12 oz heintz brown gravy jar
- 2 packs of Lipton onion soup mix
- 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
- 6-8 garlic cloves sliced in half
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Creole seasoning
- 1 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning
Instructions
- In your crockpot or cast iron skillet on the stove. Cut the butter into slices, add a few pieces in to start melting. Season your room temperature roast on one side with half the seasonings and 1 packets of Lipton soup mix, cut slices and stuff in garlic cloves. Place face down on top of the melting butter and let it sear until browned. Season and stuff with garlic on the other side. And flip to sear the other side.
- Once your meat is done, turn crockpot to high for 4 hours or low for 8. Add your meat, gravy jar, add water to jar after and shake it up and pour in. Add mushroom soup, cover and cook!!
