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Best French Onion Pot Roast Recipe (Easy, Step-by-Step)

French Onion Pot Roast: Make French Onion Pot Roast with pantry staples, clear cues, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Instructions

  • Season beef with salt & pepper, then sear in olive oil until browned.
  • Place roast in slow cooker with onions, soup mix, and broth.
  • Cook on low 8 hours or high 4–5 hours.
  • Top with Swiss cheese before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 min | Cooking Time: 8 hrs (slow cooker) | Total Time: 8 hrs 15 min
  • Kcal: ~420 per serving | Servings: 6