Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
• Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  3 pounds Chuck Roast
• Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3 pounds Chuck Roast
• Remove the roast from the pot and set aside. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3 pounds Chuck Roast
• Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  3 pounds Chuck Roast
• Return the chuck roast to the pot. Add the dried thyme. Bring the liquid to a simmer.
  3 pounds Chuck Roast
• Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 3-4 hours, or until the roast is fork-tender.
• Remove the roast from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding or slicing. Skim any excess fat from the cooking liquid.
• Serve the chuck roast with the cooking liquid spooned over the top. This pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.