Melt in Your Mouth Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

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Published: April 8, 2012Updated: February 22, 2021Author: Contributor
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Melt in Your Mouth Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

This is probably the most moist Pot Roast recipe we have.  The mixture of the various sauces turn this into a mouth watering feast with all the simplicity of a crock pot meal.

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Serves: 8

Melt In Your Mouth Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

This is probably the most moist Pot Roast recipe we have.  The mixture of the various sauces turn this into a mouth watering feast with all the simplicity of a slow cooker meal.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 8 hrs
Total Time 8 hrs 10 mins
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Ingredients

  • 3 pound beef roast
  • 5 red potatoes quartered
  • 12 ounces Coca Cola
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup chili sauce
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • .75 ounce dry onion soup mix
  • 2 cups baby carrots

Instructions

  • Spray slow cooker with non stick cooking spray.
  • Place roast in the bottom of the slow cooker
  • Place potatoes and carrots all around the roast.
  • In a mixing bowl combine the cola, brown sugar, chili sauce, ketchup, and dry onion soup mix.
  • Pour the mixture over the beef and potatoes
  • Cook on low for 8 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 564 kcal · Carbohydrates: 61 g · Protein: 37 g · Fat: 20 g · Saturated Fat: 9 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 117 mg · Sodium: 954 mg · Potassium: 1459 mg · Fiber: 5 g · Sugar: 35 g · Vitamin A: 4734 IU · Vitamin C: 17 mg · Calcium: 83 mg · Iron: 5 mg

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Mixing Bowl

Recipe Details

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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  1. Sandy Ang says:
    April 8, 2012
    just reading your post made me hungry. TFS and wishing you a very Happy Easter
    Reply
  2. Sarah says:
    April 10, 2012
    Making this tonight! My house already smells amazing!!
    Reply
  3. Raysha says:
    April 10, 2012
    Yum. This sounds so good. Wish I had a roast right now!

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    Reply
  4. The Altman Family says:
    April 11, 2012
    I have this in the crockpot right now!! Can't wait for dinner. I usually do the 3 packet roast, but love to try new ones!
    Reply
  5. iHEARTafghans says:
    June 25, 2012
    I'm trying this recipe toight! I don't have the Heinz Chili Sauce, though. Is it okay to use BBQ sauce?
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      July 5, 2012
      Sorry it took so long to get back to you! I hope it turned out okay! I think BBQ sauce would be delicious.
      Reply
  6. miss.marcedes says:
    July 4, 2012
    Is this for a pork roast or beef roast?
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      July 5, 2012
      Hi!

      This is for beef roast, but I am sure it would work well with either!
      Reply
  7. Kelly says:
    July 5, 2012
    I made this yesterday and my family loved it! Great recipe Thanks!!!
    Reply
  8. Nicole Dooley says:
    September 3, 2012
    I made this but the roast was rather tough after 10 hours...Any Idea what I did wrong?
    Reply
    • Amy Brown says:
      January 5, 2014
      Use a Chuck roast. If you go for the cheapest cut (like a bottom roast) it will always be more tough. Chuck roasts are ideal for pot roasts. Or pork- which is also a bit more forgiving than beef.
      Reply
      • Jan says:
        February 11, 2014
        I've used other cuts of beef as well even though the less expensive cuts are good for potting.
        Reply
  9. Freebie Smurf says:
    October 9, 2012
    dont forget the water. and make sure you only cook on high for the first half of the cooking...the last 5 hours is best on low
    Reply
    • Suselis Bush says:
      November 27, 2012
      How much water do you add? I've never used a crockpot before :/
      Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      November 28, 2012
      No water. Just mix the above ingredients and add it to your roast. If your roast is 3 to 4 pounds, cook it on low all day and it should be moist. If it is a smaller roast, it won't take as long to cook. Crockpots are wonderful. You'll be hooked after you see how fun and easy they are too use! :)
      Reply
    • cake lady says:
      July 6, 2013
      says to cook on low for entire time look at the reciepe, no water you are using 12oz coke a cola
      Reply
  10. Six Sisters says:
    October 12, 2012
    Some cuts of meat are tougher than others. Check with your butcher if you're not sure of a good cut. The sirloin tip is always moist.
    Reply
  11. 14eb8b02-192f-11e2-91dd-000f20980440 says:
    October 18, 2012
    Can I put the meat in frozen or does it have to be defrosted?? This sounds delicious!
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      November 2, 2012
      I always put the roast in defrosted. Just to be safe and it will be so moist if you thaw if first! Happy Cooking! :)
      Reply
  12. alyssa mcfarling says:
    November 19, 2012
    I only have light brown sugar. Think that would be okay?
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      November 28, 2012
      Light brown sugar should work just great! In fact, that's what I used! :)
      Reply
  13. Gina Lavigne says:
    February 9, 2013
    can you use pepsi instead of coke?
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      February 11, 2013
      Sure, I think it would be just the same!! Thanks for stopping by our blog and best of luck on your roast! -The Six Sisters
      Reply
  14. Our Family: Forrest,Carla and Apryl says:
    March 8, 2013
    Hi ....does the Chili sauce make it spicy ? sorry my fam is not fun of spicy foods. can I replace it with something else ? thank you
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      March 8, 2013
      The chili sauce does not make it spicy. Just gives it a yummy flavor. -The Six Sisters
      Reply
  15. Jasmine Rogers says:
    March 11, 2013
    Tried it today. Beyond delicious. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
  16. Nancy Dyer says:
    April 1, 2013
    Can you just use the whole pkg of onion soup mix?
    Reply
    • Six Sisters says:
      April 1, 2013
      Yes, that would be fine! We love onion soup mix and so we often dump in the whole package of mix. -The Six Sisters
      Reply
  17. Jen Thompson says:
    May 27, 2013
    Have this in the crockpot now, can't wait to try it! I do want to advise against baby carrots, though. They are soaked in a chlorine solution (a known carcinogen) as a preservative, this is why they turn white as they age. Use frozen or take an extra 2 minutes to cut some up.
    Reply
  18. Hester Floyd says:
    June 21, 2013
    Can I use other spices instead of onion soup mix? My family doesn't like onions.
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      June 21, 2013
      Sure, whatever spices you use will determine the taste of the pot roast.
      Reply
  19. Ashley Wardlaw says:
    June 24, 2013
    I made this over the weekend and WOW, delicious!!! My husband was a little skeptical at first when he saw the ingredients, but when he tasted it, 2 days later, he is still talking about how good it is!! Thank you for a great and easy recipe!!
    Reply
  20. muffins&mocha says:
    July 5, 2013
    This was seriously delicious! I made this a few nights ago and my husband has said it's one of the best things I've ever made! Thanks for sharing the recipe. I LOVE your recipes. I tried the sloppy joe one not too long ago and that was amazing too. I posted recipe link on my blog here: http://muffinsandmocha.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/melt-in-your-mouth-slow-cooker-pot-roast/ linked it back to you! I did try to pin this to my pinterest board but it said "image too small." No image was showing in the little pinterest box. Wondering if anyone else having trouble?
    Reply
  21. Imogene K. Jarnagin says:
    July 6, 2013
    How do I copy this
    Reply
    • dearcat says:
      July 7, 2013
      Hi Imogene. To copy: Go to Edit, Highlight the article, then get out of the article and go to the send page. Put you email address. Then drop down to where you would normally type your message. No hit paste and voila You have your recipe. Hopefully this helps. In the subject space type the name of the recipe, then print. as ever, dearcat
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  22. Christine says:
    July 7, 2013
    Hester, You can put a bowl under a sieve and dump the onion soup mix in the sieve. Shake, and gently press the mix through it. This way you get the wonderful flavor from the mix, but not the onions. I do this when having my brother and his family for a meal, because they don't like onions. I hope you enjoy.
    Reply
  23. Torben Christiansen says:
    September 18, 2013
    Hi. Your recipe says 10H on low. What temperature will You choose to keep it low for 10H? Best regards Torben
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      September 21, 2013
      When you read the directions in the recipe it says it cooks for 8 to 10 hours on low heat in the slow cooker. May not need a full 10 hours.
      Reply
  24. Torben Christiansen says:
    September 18, 2013
    What temperature is "low". Looking forward to try the recipe this weekend.
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      September 21, 2013
      Low temperature on a slow cooker is usually around 200 degrees.
      Reply
  25. Diana Hrechdakian says:
    October 20, 2013
    I'm not a cook, so I always need explicit directions. For example: this recipe does not show the size of the crock pot or how many people it will serve. Am I the only one that doesn't know this? Is there another way to know what size crock pot to use?
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      October 21, 2013
      We ususally use a 6 quart crock pot. For the servings just click on the MAGIC button under the picture and then click NUTRITION. It will give you all the servings and nutritional info on the recipe. You could get a few more servings if you were closer to a 4 pound pot roast. Hope this helps.
      Reply
  26. Cathy says:
    January 4, 2014
    How would you freeze this? Before or after cooking?
    Reply
  27. Cathy says:
    January 4, 2014
    How do you freeze this meal? Before or after cooking??
    Reply
  28. cheryl says:
    January 18, 2014
    Cathy, that is my question also. I would assume before cooking but that's just a guess. I am going to try it. I don't see any ingredients that can not be frozen.
    Reply
    • Jan says:
      February 11, 2014
      Ladies, you can freeze this before or after your cook it.. you can even freeze the veggies after you cook them.
      Reply
  29. Lois says:
    February 7, 2014
    Okay...dumb question ,,,do you do the ingredients in order so potatoes and carrots on top??? while cooking ... or under roast? Thanks
    Reply
    • Jan says:
      February 11, 2014
      Lois.. I've put veggies in first and last when I've cooked... I haven't seen a difference.
      Reply
    • Cyd says:
      February 18, 2014
      We'll put just a few under the roast, but most on the sides and on top.
      Reply
  30. JUNE says:
    February 9, 2014
    trying this tonight "sisters"
    Reply
  31. Jessica says:
    March 12, 2014
    If using this as a freezer meal, do you freeze the potatoes whole or do you cut them up when adding them to the freezer bag? Thanks :)
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      March 12, 2014
      We haven't made this as a freezer meal. I would probably cut them up first. You do run the risk of having the potatoes discolor just a little bit. But they still taste amazing.
      Reply
  32. LJ says:
    April 1, 2014
    This recipe is listed in your 50 freezer meal list. I have a question about freezing it since I am making it for a friend. Should I add everything, even the coke in the bag before I freeze it, or mix everything except the coke? I was not sure how the it would be with all the liquid. I want to make this as easy as possible for her. Thanks for your help!
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      April 1, 2014
      It will work either way. If it's easier for her to have it all in the freezer bag and then just dump it in the slow cooker that will be fine. Or you could give her the coke and she could pour it in when putting everything else in the slow cooker. Thanks for stopping by our blog and good luck making dinner for your friend.
      Reply
      • LJ says:
        April 1, 2014
        Thank you!!! Trying to make things a little easier for a friend in need. Blessings!
        Reply
  33. Heather says:
    May 12, 2014
    I've made this several times now for different groups and it's been a hit every time. I usually halve the ketchup with garlic diced tomatoes and add a little more brown sugar and a quarter cup of vinegar. I never have left over.
    Reply
  34. Michelle says:
    May 12, 2014
    I am surprised that no one else said this is very very sweet! Did that not bother anyone else? I made two of these in freezer bags and I am making the second one today to bring to a friend with a hurt back. I am trying to think of ideas to add to it to make it less sweet. Let me know if anyone has any advice!? Thanks!
    Reply
  35. Sonnie says:
    May 26, 2014
    Can I cook this on high for 4-5 hrs?
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      May 27, 2014
      You could cook it on high but not exactly sure how long it will take until it's cooked through. Slow and long makes for a juicy and tender roast.
      Reply
  36. bonnie says:
    August 14, 2014
    I enjoy, very much reading your question/comment section. Is the coke/pepsi ingd.. make this roast tender. I have had trouble on other occasions with tough beef roasts.
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      August 15, 2014
      The key to cooking a good moist roast is low and slow! (low temp and a long time at the low temp). A chuck roast is not that great for the oven, but in a slow cooker it will be so moist. The coke acts as a tenderizer and gives it a yummy sweet taste, but it won't taste like the soda pop. Hope this helps. You can also talk to your butcher at the grocery store. They are always full on great information!
      Reply
  37. Steph says:
    September 13, 2014
    Is there enough sauce to make a gravy to serve over the roast? any suggestions on how to do it? Thanks!
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      September 16, 2014
      You could thicken up the remaining liquid with a little flour/water mixture, stirring constantly over medium heat in a saucepan.
      Reply
  38. sandy says:
    September 17, 2014
    Hi.I cooked your pot roast just like u said but i ran into a small problem.i have 3 people in my house that are diabetics the roast came out way to sweet,do u have any more roast recipes that can be cooked different yet not tough?
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      September 22, 2014
      Hi Sandy, just go to SixSistersStuff.com and type in roast in the search bar. All of our roast recipes will come up and you can scroll through them. Hopefully you can find a few that will work for diabetics.
      Reply
  39. gene0 says:
    September 25, 2014
    can you use diet coke/pepsi?
    Reply
  40. Betti says:
    September 25, 2014
    I'm surprised no one has asked this, but can you use diet coke? That's what I always have on hand as we don't drink sugary coke.
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      September 25, 2014
      We haven't used diet coke, but it should work fine.
      Reply
  41. Michael says:
    September 26, 2014
    I not fond of overly sweet meals. Can you leave out the brown sugar and just add the coke only/
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      September 29, 2014
      You could cut down on the sweetness by leaving out the brown sugar.
      Reply
  42. Barbara Puskas says:
    July 4, 2015
    What size crock pot?
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      July 7, 2015
      We like to use 7 quart crock pots.
      Reply
  43. Debi says:
    December 2, 2016
    At 57 (or whatever it is now), I'm just learning some of the finer points of cooking. I'm learning most of it off my favorite show called Chopped. It seems that they're always "searing" the meat before the do anything else to it to hold the juices in. Would that help in this recipe?
    Reply
    • Cyd says:
      December 6, 2016
      It would work fine with this recipe. But cooking this on low all day in the slow cooker makes it very tender.
      Reply
  44. Elizabeth Ramsey says:
    May 31, 2018
    Made this for my husband and 4 kids today while I was at work. My husband did not care for the potatoes, he thought the coke gave them a funny color and taste.
    Reply
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