New England Chuck Roast (Paleo Dinner)

Looking for an easy, healthy dinner that fits your chuck roast recipe routine? This new england chuck roast is naturally grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite paleo recipes for anyone following a paleo diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Time: 10 minutes prep, 300 minutes cook
• Servings: 1
• Diet: Paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb beef chuck roast
• 1 tsp sea salt (optional)
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 small onion, quartered
• 1 carrot, quartered
• 1 stalk celery, sliced
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 small cabbage, cut into small wedges

Instructions

1. Sprinkle the meat with sea salt (optional) and black pepper.
2. Add the onions, carrots and celery to a slow cooker (or heavy pot).
3. Place the meat on top.
4. Add the bay leaf and water.
5. Cover and cook on low heat for 3–5 hours until the meat is tender and cooked through.
6. Add the cabbage wedges at any point during cooking (depending on how firm or soft you like them).

Tips & Variations

Add the cabbage late for a firmer bite, early for meltingly soft leaves.

Nutrition & Health Benefits

This recipe uses only whole, unprocessed ingredients — no grains, no refined sugar, no industrial seed oils. It’s naturally rich in protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for weight loss, stable energy and digestive health. Because it’s grain-free and dairy-free, it also works well for people with gluten or lactose sensitivities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recipe really paleo?

Yes. New England Chuck Roast contains only paleo-approved ingredients — no grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugar or processed oils.

Can I meal-prep this recipe?

Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.

How many servings does this make?

This recipe makes 1.

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