May Long Weekend Bake: Just 3 ingredients. I make it when I want dinner handled hours ahead.
This 3-Ingredient Oven Beef Bake turns a simple chuck roast into meltingly tender, pull-apart beef coated in a glossy, sweet-and-savory glaze. Slow-baked under foil before crisping uncovered, the meat absorbs rich flavors from the barbecue sauce and broth for a effortless, crowd-pleasing main dish.
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3-Ingredient Oven Beef Bake
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Beef chuck roast (or blade roast) | 3 to 3 1/2 pounds |
| Beef broth (low sodium preferred) | 1 1/2 cups |
| Thick brown sugar barbecue sauce | 1 cup |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and lightly grease a metal roasting pan or 9×13-inch metal baking dish. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels.
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Mix sauce: In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the beef broth and brown sugar barbecue sauce until smooth.
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Coat the roast: Place the roast in the center of the pan. Pour the sauce mixture over and around the beef, turning to coat all sides, finishing with the fat side facing up.
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Bake covered: Cover the pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
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Uncover and glaze: Remove the foil, spoon the pan juices over the roast, and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Bake uncovered for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, basting once or twice, until the top is deeply browned and glossy.
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Rest, slice, and serve: Let the beef rest in its juices for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice against the grain or shred with two forks, tossing with the thickened pan sauce before serving warm.
