Easy Pot Roast on Stove: One-Pot Comfort Classic in 3 Hours

Why You’ll Love This Pot Roast on Stove

Pot roast on stove is the ultimate comfort food that fills your home with irresistible aromas. This stovetop braised beef recipe transforms a simple chuck roast into fall-apart tender slices, surrounded by hearty turnips, carrots, and potatoes.

Ingredients for Your Stove Top Pot Roast

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3–4 lb beef chuck roast, trimmed
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3 turnips, peeled and quartered
• 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed

How to Make Pot Roast on Stove

1. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Season the roast generously with salt and pepper. Add to the pot and brown on all sides, about 4 minutes per side.
3. Remove the roast; reduce heat to medium. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4. Pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping up browned bits. Stir in bay leaves and thyme.
5. Return roast to the pot. Bring liquid to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
6. Braise for 1½ hours, then add turnips, carrots, and potatoes around the roast.
7. Cover and cook an additional 1½ hours, or until meat is fall-apart tender and veggies are soft.
8. Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Slice roast against the grain and serve with vegetables and pan juices.

Expert Tips & Tricks

• Pat meat dry: Ensures a perfect sear and deep flavor.
• Don’t rush the braise: Low, slow cooking makes the beef melt-in-your-mouth tender.
• Wine swap: Use extra broth if you prefer to skip alcohol.
• Make ahead: Pot roast tastes even better the next day—just reheat gently.

Pro Tip: For a thicker gravy, stir a slurry of 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water into the cooking liquid at the end, then simmer until glossy.

This hearty pot roast on stove is perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or whenever you crave classic American comfort food.