Bob Evan’s Pot Roast Recipe

This Bob Evan’s Pot Roast Recipe (Copycat) is the last comfort food rich, hearty, and full of flavor. It’s easy to make, family friendly, and clear for cozy nights in. Try this recipe once, and it’ll quickly become a regular in your meal rotation.

If you have ever been to Bob Evans, you know their homestyle pot roast is one of their biggest sellers. It is a very comforting meal that is great to share at a family dinner table where there won’t be any leftovers.

Now, you can serve up those same down-home, comforting flavors with this simple copycat Bob Evans Pot Roast recipe! It’s for Sunday supper or a quick weeknight meal, you’ll be a winner winner with this dish

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• Bring the Family Together: Try a warm and hearty pot roast taste that’s delicious as homemade.
• Minimal Ingredients: Utilizes pantry staples such as stew meat chuck, carrots, onions, and potatoes.
• Family-Friendly: Great for that big family meal everyone loves.
• Easy: Versatile cooking options for any kitchen.
• Leftovers Are Great the Next Day: Ideal for meal prep or for lunches the next day.

Bob Evan’s Pot Roast Ingredients

• Beef chuck roast – delicious and tender when slow-cooked.
• Carrots – play a role in providing sweetness and color.
• Potatoes – a side in one, filling in one.
• Onion – for rich flavor.
• Beef broth – makes a rich base for this delicious gravy!
• Tomato paste – adds richness to the flavor.
• Worcestershire sauce – it gives a tangy, savory punch.
• Garlic – for that fragrant flavor.
• Seasonings: Salt, pepper and thyme.

How To Make Bob Evan’s Pot Roast Recipe

Step One: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F. Pat your roast dry, and generously season it with spices, and then brush it lightly with a bit of olive oil.

Step Two: Set the roast in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes on the outside to get it brown.

Step Three: Place the carrots, potatoes, and onion around the roast. Add a splash of beef broth mixed with Worcestershire for savor.

Step Four: Lower heat to 325°F, air fry for 45-60 minutes, flip halfway, baste with drippings as necessary. Cook until the roast is as tender as you’d like (to fall apart pot roast the internal temperature should be about 190–200°F).

Step Five: Rest for 10 minutes and then slice. Serve with vegetables and pan juices for that Bob Evans homestyle taste.

Bob Evan’s Pot Roast Recipe Tips

• Choose the satisfactory cut: A well marbled chuck roast gives the most tender and flavorful results.
• Don’t skip the sear: Browning the roast before slow cooking or air frying locks in flavor and adds a rich crust.
• Layer your flavors: Add onions, carrots, and potatoes about the roast to soak up the juices while it cooks.
• Low and slow wins: Cooking at a lower temperature for a long time ensures the meat is fall apart tender.
• Rest before serving: Let the roast sit for 10 minutes before slicing so the juices redistribute and every bite stays moist.

Storing, Freezing & Reheating Instructions

• Storing: Store any remaining pot roast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep the roast with some of its cooking juices in the refrigerator to maintain moistness.
• Freezing: You can freeze the cooled pot roast and vegetables in freezer bags or containers for up to 3 months. For your best chance at success, freeze them with a spoonful of sauce or broth to help retain moisture.
• Reheat: Heat up leftovers using a covered skillet with a splash of beef broth over medium heat until warm throughout. Covered and bake until hot and tender at 325°F to reheat in the oven.

Bob Evan’s Pot Roast Recipe Faqs

Can I cook this pot roast in the air fryer? Yes! You can adapt it to the air fryer by first searing the roast at a high heat, and then cooking until tender at a lower temperature alongside vegetables and broth.

Which beef roast is best for pot roast? I love to use a chuck roast because it has amazing marbling, and when you cook it low and slow, it yields tender, juicy meat.

How do I tell when the pot roast is ready? The roast is done when it reads approximately 190–200°F internal temperature which allows the connective tissue to breakdown for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

Can I make this pot roast ahead of time? Absolutely! You can prepare the roast a day ahead, refrigerate it and reheat it with its juices before serving.

What are some good side dishes for Bob Evans pot roast? Homestyle sides like mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, roasted carrots, or cornbread works wonders for the full meal glory.

More Copycat Bob Evan’s Recipe

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Bob Evans Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Bob Evans Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Bob Evan’s Potato Recipe

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