This oven baked 3-ingredients melt in your mouth pot roast is the kind of simple, no-fuss recipe my sister makes every Easter. It goes into the oven as a basic chuck roast with just two pantry staples and comes out fork tender, falling apart in a rich brown gravy. There’s no chopping, no searing, and no fancy steps—just honest, comforting food that fills the house with the kind of smell that makes everyone wander into the kitchen asking when dinner will be ready.
Serve this tender shredded pot roast right in its rich brown gravy over creamy mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or white rice to soak up every drop. Add a simple side like steamed green beans, roasted carrots, or a tossed salad to round out the plate. Warm dinner rolls or crusty bread are perfect for dipping into the gravy, and if you’re serving a holiday meal, this roast pairs nicely with classic sides like corn casserole, scalloped potatoes, or a simple fruit salad for a little sweetness on the table.
Oven Baked 3-Ingredients Melt In Your Mouth Pot Roast
Ingredients
3 to 4 lb beef chuck roast
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix
Directions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Lightly grease a medium to large white ceramic casserole dish (or any oven-safe baking dish with a lid) with a bit of cooking spray or oil to help with cleanup.
Place the beef chuck roast in the center of the casserole dish, fat side up. If there are any thicker fatty edges, leave them on—this helps keep the meat moist and flavorful as it cooks.
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