Caramelized Chuck Roast

Name: Caramelized Chuck Roast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 cup beef broth; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup brown sugar, divided

This tender, slow cooked beef is finished under the broiler for irresistible sweet and sticky edges.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· September 6, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

4 hours

Total

4 hours 10 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like a slow cooked roast to make the house smell wonderful. This recipe is a favorite in my kitchen because it is completely hands off and results in beef that is so tender it falls apart at the touch of a fork.

What makes this version special is the final step under the broiler. Instead of searing the meat beforehand, we add brown sugar at the very end to create a beautiful, caramelized crust that balances the savory juices perfectly. It is comfort food at its best.

🧺 Ingredients

3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup beef broth
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar, divided

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels, then season all sides with salt and pepper.
3
Place the sliced onion in the bottom of a large Dutch oven and set the roast on top of the onions.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and half of the brown sugar. Pour this mixture over the roast.
5
Cover the pot and bake for 3.5 to 4 hours, or until the beef is very tender and shreds easily with a fork.
6
Remove the lid, shred the beef into smaller pieces, and discard any large fatty bits if desired.
7
Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar evenly over the shredded meat.
8
Switch your oven to broil and place the uncovered pot back inside for 2 to 3 minutes. Watch it very closely during this time so the sugar browns without burning.
9
Serve warm once the top is bubbly and caramelized.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you want to freeze the roast, let it cool completely and store it for up to 3 months. You can also prepare the meat a day in advance, then simply shred, add the final sprinkle of sugar, and broil right before you are ready to eat.

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