Rump roast in the crockpot is a hearty dinner that takes just 5 minutes to put together and then is left to cook all day. The beef roast is cooked with potatoes and carrots and seasoned with French onion soup, lots of fresh garlic, and salt and pepper. Gluten-free.
Our rump roast recipe can be served alone as a meal or paired with side dishes for a larger spread. Seasoned to perfection, this slow cooker pot roast will quickly become a family favorite.
For more delicious dinner recipes, check out our Dairy Free Chicken Pot Pie, Gluten Free Potato Soup, and Chicken A La King (Instant Pot + Stovetop).

Rump Roast Crock Pot
This crock pot roast with potatoes and carrots was created with busy families in mind. It is a simple recipe that can be tossed in the slow cooker in the morning then left to simmer through the day.
With minimal ingredients that you likely have on hand, you can create this recipe any night of the week. We do list recipe variations below for you to check out in the event you are missing an ingredient.
We have also made this recipe seasoned with our homemade Pot Roast Seasoning in place of the salt, pepper and garlic and it has turned out wonderful! You too can get creative and make this recipe your own.
To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!

Equipment
- slow cooker
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds rump roast ✅
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1.5 pounds small potatoes
- 4 large carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 large onions, peeled then cut in half
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 18.5 ounces French onion soup ✅Progresso is gluten-free
- 14.5 ounces beef broth ✅
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

How To Make
If you have young chefs at home begging to create a recipe, this is a great option with minimal prep for them to tackle on their own.
Add the ingredients to the crockpot
Add the beef to the crockpot and season with salt and pepper. Add the carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic, onion soup, and beef broth. Cover.


Cook
Cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
In place of the rump roast, you can use chuck roast, brisket or top round roast. If having a difficult time locating “rump roast” at the store, look for “bottom round roast” as these names are often interchanged.
Roasts can become tough if they are not cooked long enough or if they have been overcooked. Typically, the case is the roast hasn’t been cooked long enough. If still tough after the 8 hours, extend the time another 1-2 hours then recheck.
One of the best features of this recipe (other than the flavor!) would be the versatility of the dish. Instead of potatoes, you can use any other root veggie such as sweet potatoes, parsnips or rutabagas. Instead of beef broth, you can use vegetable stock, red wine or gluten free beer.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- If there is not a timer on your slow cooker, set the timer on the stove or microwave as a reminder to check on the roast.
- The potatoes and carrots should all be sliced roughly the same size to help the vegetables cook evenly.
- Use an oven mitt to remove the lid from the slow cooker when done – it may be hot!
Recommended Tools To Make This Recipe
Slow Cooker. This is the slow cooker I own. I really like that after cooking it automatically switches to hold the food at warm.
Cutting Board. I really like this cutting board because it’s dishwasher safe and has grippy material around the outside to help it stay in place while chopping.
Chefs Knife. I waited a long time to buy this knife. I’ve learned I don’t need to buy a full set of knives, but rather spend the money on the knives most used. It’s worth it.

What To Serve With Pot Roast
- Gluten Free Dinner Rolls
- Roasted Frozen Vegetables
- Gluten Free Rolls
- Brussels Sprout Apple Salad
- Italian Zucchini Tots
- Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
More Roast Recipes
- Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast With Vegetables
- Chuck Roast in the Instant Pot
- BEST Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast
- Pork Roast Instant Pot
- Chuck Roast in the Oven
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Rump Roast in Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds rump roast ✅
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1.5 pounds small potatoes
- 4 large carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 large onions, peeled then cut in half
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 18.5 ounces French onion soup ✅Progresso is gluten-free
- 14.5 ounces beef broth ✅
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to the crockpot. Add the beef to the crockpot and season with salt and pepper. Add the carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic, onion soup, and beef broth. Cover.2-3 pounds rump roast, 4 large carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces, 1.5 pounds small potatoes, 4 cloves garlic, peeled, 2 large onions, peeled then cut in half, 18.5 ounces French onion soup, 14.5 ounces beef broth, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Cook. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
Notes
- In place of the rump roast, you can use chuck roast, brisket or top round roast. If having a difficult time locating “rump roast” at the store, look for “bottom round roast” as these names are often interchanged.
- Roasts can become tough if they are not cooked long enough or if they have been overcooked. Typically, the case is the roast hasn’t been cooked long enough. If still tough after the 8 hours, extend the time another 1-2 hours then recheck.
- One of the best features of this recipe (other than the flavor!) would be the versatility of the dish. Instead of potatoes, you can use any other root veggie such as sweet potatoes, parsnips or rutabagas. Instead of beef broth, you can use vegetable stock, red wine or gluten free beer.
Nutrition
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