Slow-Cooked Pot Roast with Gravy Over Creamy Mashed Potatoes

A comforting classic with tender, juicy beef, rich gravy, and creamy mashed potatoes. This version adapts the slow-cooked flavor into an air fryer-friendly pressure/covered cooking style using an air fryer-safe dish.

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2–2½ hours

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Ingredients

For the Pot Roast

• 1.5 kg (3–4 lb) chuck roast
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, cut into chunks
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 bay leaves

For Creamy Mashed Potatoes

• 1 kg (2 lb) potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsp butter
• ½–¾ cup warm milk or cream
• ½ cup sour cream (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Gravy

• 3 tbsp cooking liquid from the roast
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp cold water

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Instructions

Step 1: Season the Roast

1. Pat the roast dry.
2. Rub with:
   • Salt
   • Pepper
   • Garlic powder
   • Paprika
   • Thyme
   • Rosemary

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Step 2: Brown the Meat (Optional but Recommended)

1. Preheat air fryer to 200°C (390°F).
2. Place the roast in the basket.

Air Fry:

• 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until lightly browned.

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Step 3: Slow Cook the Roast in Air Fryer

1. Place onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in an air fryer-safe deep baking dish.
2. Put the roast on top.
3. Add:
   • Beef broth
   • Tomato paste
   • Worcestershire sauce
   • Bay leaves
4. Cover tightly with foil.

Cook:

• 160°C (320°F) for 2–2½ hours
• Turn the roast halfway through if possible.
• The beef should be fork-tender.

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Step 4: Make Creamy Mashed Potatoes

1. Boil potatoes until soft (about 15–20 minutes).
2. Drain well.
3. Mash with:
   • Butter
   • Warm milk/cream
   • Sour cream
   • Salt and pepper

Mix until smooth and creamy.

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Step 5: Make the Gravy

1. Strain the cooking liquid from the roast.
2. Heat it in a saucepan.
3. Mix cornstarch with cold water.
4. Stir into the hot liquid and simmer until thickened.

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Serve

1. Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto a plate.
2. Add slices of tender pot roast.
3. Pour rich gravy over the top.
4. Serve with the cooked carrots and vegetables.