Baked 3 Packet Pot Roast
This baked 3 packet pot roast is fork-tender, flavorful, and incredibly easy. Made with ranch, Italian, and gravy mixes, it’s the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–4 hours
- Total Time: ~3 hours 30 minutes–4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish / Dinner
- Method: Oven-Baked / Braised
- Cuisine: American / Midwest
Ingredients
1 (3–4 lb) chuck roast
1 packet ranch dressing mix
1 packet Italian dressing mix
1 packet brown gravy mix
1 cup water or beef broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
4–5 large carrots, peeled and chunked
5–6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 large onion, quartered
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot.
Season chuck roast generously with salt and pepper. Sear on both sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
Add carrots, potatoes, and onion to the pot, stirring to coat in drippings.
Place roast on top of vegetables.
In a bowl, whisk together ranch mix, Italian mix, brown gravy mix, and broth/water. Pour over the roast and vegetables.
Cover with lid or foil and bake for 3–4 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
Serve hot with vegetables and plenty of gravy.
Notes
Root veggie swap: Try parsnips, turnips, or mushrooms for extra depth.
Thicker gravy: Mix 1 Tbsp cornstarch with water, stir into pot 30 minutes before roast is done.
Low-sodium version: Use reduced-salt packets and broth.
Sides: Pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, green beans, or crusty bread.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/baked-3-packet-pot-roast/
