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Slow Cooker French Onion Roast

January 21, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

This French Onion Roast cooks low and slow in your slow cooker for an impressive roast! Perfect for a cold day or a busy week.

 

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16 4 ounce servings
Slow Cooker French Onion Roast
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Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 medium yellow onion sliced thin
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
  • 4 pound beef chuck roast fat trimmed
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons resh thyme
Servings: 4 ounce servings
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Instructions
  1. In a skillet heat the olive oil over low to medium heat, add the onions and cook until the onions are almost caramelized. Use up to 2 tablespoons of water to help in the cooking process if onions start to stick to the pan. This takes about 30-35 minutes.
  2. In a slow cooker place the beef roast, caramelized onion, and garlic.
  3. Add the balsamic vinegar, beef broth, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and fresh thyme.
  4. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.
  5. Note: the onions can be caramelized the day before and stored in the refrigerator until ready to add to the slow cooker.
Recipe Notes

Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 4 ounces meat + 1/4 cup liquid (180g)
16

Amount per serving
Calories	190					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	7	g			9	%	
Saturated Fat	2	g			10	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	75	mg			25	%	
Sodium	200	mg			9	%	
Total Carbohydrate	4	g			1	%	
Dietary Fiber	1	g			4	%	
Total Sugars	2	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	26	g					

Vitamin D	0.1	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	30	mg			2	%	
Iron	2.6	mg			15	%	
Potassium	450	mg			10	%

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