12 Easy Chuck Roast Recipes That Aren’t Pot Roast Or Beef Stew

Ten minutes of prep for this? Sign me up. Damn Delicious’ recipe is so flavorful and loaded with fresh veggies and kimchi. The beef itself cooks on low for seven to eight hours and comes out so incredibly tender.

If you’re in the mood for Mediterranean cuisine, a chuck roast can work with that, too. In this recipe, The Curious Plate walks you through how to season the roast before popping it into the slow cooker so it falls apart easily and pairs perfectly with fresh tzatziki, tomatoes, cucumbers, hummus, and lots of red onion.

Oh, sorry, you meant Italian specifically — no problem. Try this beef ragu from Damn Delicious. It’s so rich and flavorful, thanks to the red wine and garlic, not to mention a hint of cinnamon. It’s the kind of leftovers that just get better with every day in the fridge.

OK, so you don’t want pot roast, but something hearty still sounds good. This homemade beef stroganoff from Foodie Crush is a must-try, then. The roasted mushrooms really amp up the flavor of the dish, and you can serve it over just about anything, from egg noodles to mashed or roasted potatoes.

Taco night is always a crowd-pleaser in my household, so these easy beef enchilada sweet potatoes from All The Healthy Things look like they’d be right up our alley. We could easily pop the seasoned beef into crunchy taco shells or on top of nachos for our son while we try the sweet potato version for a little extra fiber (God we’re old now).

Entirely Emmy’s steak bowl recipe is perfect for using up a chuck roast (usually cheaper than steak) and making it feel like anything but a chuck roast. She recommends marinating the meat to tenderize it, then following the rest of the recipe as written for this nutrient-dense bowl that will rival Cava on its best day.

Who doesn’t love a birria taco? I actually feel like I could make them myself using Averie Cooks’ recipe, which requires about 30 minutes of prep but looks totally worth every second. These would make for a delicious dinner on nights when we’re all sitting at the coffee table watching a football game.

If you love French dip sandwiches, you’ve got to try your hand at Dude That Cookz’s version so you can enjoy them whenever you want at home. He never scrimps on flavor, so you know his au jus is going to be fire. Just make sure you get some fresh sub rolls at the store to really make them sing.

Similar recipe but different outcome: The Curious Plate’s pot roast sandwiches, dotted with pepperoncini and topped with melty provolone cheese. If you have teenage boys or a very hungry partner at home, they’re going to love this meal. Throw it on the table with some chips and pickles and call it good.

I think All The Healthy Things’ chuck roast recipe for shredded beef tacos is how I can level up at-home taco nights going forward. There’s nothing like that combination of pickled red onions, fresh cilantro, and cotija cheese to make you feel like you’re eating bomb-ass street food, even if you’re in your jammies on the couch.

Is chili a stew? I know I said no stews… If you’re like me and chili is its own separate (superior) category, you should try The Speckled Palate’s Texas chili recipe. Texas chili is a bit heartier than chili made with ground beef; you’ll just want to slice your chuck roast into 1” chunks so they cook through evenly.

God, birria tacos are just so good. The meat inside is juicy, and the crispy, crunchy shells are so satisfying. It’s the kind of thing you think you can only get at restaurants or food trucks, but actually a chuck roast and a Crockpot are half the battle. Finding Time To Fly’s recipe isn’t really one for an easy weeknight meal, but it’s a great option for a Saturday night dinner when you have a little more time to flex your skills in the kitchen. Just set up your Crockpot first thing in the morning and let it cook low and slow all day.