1. Prepare the slow cooker
Spread the sliced onions evenly across the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. This layer prevents sticking and allows the onions to soften gradually.
2. Add the roast
Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Place the roast directly on top of the onions.
Drying the surface helps the seasoning adhere more evenly.
3. Season the meat
Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the roast. Gently press it onto the surface so the seasoning stays in place during cooking.
4. Add the broth
Pour the beef broth around the sides of the roast rather than directly on top. This helps keep the seasoning concentrated on the meat.
5. Cook slowly
Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours until the beef is tender and pulls apart easily with a fork.
Low heat and longer cooking times support better texture than faster cooking.
6. Finish and serve
Once cooked, gently pull the beef into large pieces. Stir the onions and cooking liquid to coat the meat evenly.
Serve hot with the cooking juices spooned over the top.
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