How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Pot Roast Recipe?

You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 thick cut, bone in, blade chuck roast (3 to 4 lbs.), Vegetable oil for browning, 2 (12 ounce.) cans apricot nectar, 2 to 3 tbsp. vinegar, to taste, and more.

Is Pot Roast Recipe suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Pot Roast Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Pot Roast Recipe?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pot Roast Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Pot Roast Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 thick cut, bone in, blade chuck roast (3 to 4 lbs.); Vegetable oil for browning; 2 (12 ounce.) cans apricot nectar; 2 to 3 tbsp. vinegar, to taste; 2 to 3 potatoes, unpeeled, cut into lg. chunks; 3 to 4 carrots, cleaned & cut into lg chunks; 1 lg. onion, sliced; 1 to 2 teaspoon seasoned salt or possibly seasoning blend of your choice

Try this homemade Pot Roast recipe the whole family will love. Made with chuck, Vegetable oil, apricot nectar and vinegar. Easy step-by-step instruction…

This Pot Roast relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as vegetable oil for browning, to 3 tbsp. vinegar, to taste and lg. onion, sliced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 88 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 thick cut, bone in, blade chuck roast (3 to 4 lbs.)
Vegetable oil for browning
2 (12 ounce.) cans apricot nectar
2 to 3 tbsp. vinegar, to taste
2 to 3 potatoes, unpeeled, cut into lg. chunks
3 to 4 carrots, cleaned & cut into lg chunks
1 lg. onion, sliced
1 to 2 teaspoon seasoned salt or possibly seasoning blend of your choice

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
88 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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