Description
Learn how to make a delicious and budget-friendly alternative to prime rib with this easy recipe for ‘Poor Man’s Prime Rib.’ Slow-roasted chuck roast seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, resulting in tender and flavorful slices perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Seasoning Mix:
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 275°F.
- Season the Roast: Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, paprika, and thyme. Rub roast with olive oil and coat with the spice mix.
- Roast: Place roast on a rack in a roasting pan. Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to the pan. Roast uncovered for 3-3½ hours until desired doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven, tent with foil, let rest for 15 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain and serve with pan juices.
Notes
- Chuck roast is a budget-friendly alternative to ribeye roast.
- Resting the meat before slicing helps retain juices.
- Pair with horseradish cream or au jus for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
