Simplify your pot roast dinners with this homemade pot roast seasoning blend! Make a batch or two in advance and store it in your pantry for a savory mix made with only the ingredients that you love.

Easy Pot Roast Seasoning Recipe in jar with spoon inside

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What’s To Love About This Recipe

This all-purpose blend is perfect for pot roast, but it also works with chicken, pork, and other beef roast recipes.
This recipe is better than store-bought packets since it has no preservatives or artificial ingredients. It’s one more step toward stocking your shelves with clean, quality ingredients!
It’s super easy to prepare a big batch of this seasoning blend. Double it or triple it for future pot roast dinners!
Adjust the flavor with extra salt, spice, or sweetness to fit your taste.
When you’re prepping your meals for the week, don’t forget to mix up the seasonings! Make this once and have it ready to go for multiple meals.

Easy Pot Roast Seasoning Recipe spilling out of jar on counter

Ingredients Needed

Sweet paprika – Paprika adds a mild smokiness to the blend and complements the richness of red meat.
Italian seasoning – Italian seasoning includes just the right amount of herbs without it being too cuisine-specific.
Kosher salt – Kosher salt adds texture to the blend, which helps it to stick to the roast when rubbed on before cooking.
Onion powder and garlic powder – These two staples add a nice balance to the seasoning.
Brown sugar – Brown sugar helps create a light caramelized outer crust on roasted meat. It’s a tasty factor to include with the combination of herbs and smoky flavors.
Turmeric – Turmeric adds an earthy element and a rich color to the roast and cooking juices.
Black pepper – Pepper adds a bit of spice and texture.
Celery salt – Celery salt adds a pleasant herbal variation and it is a great addition to vegetables that are often included in roasts.

Ingredients neatly laid out and separated in bowl like 2 tablespoons sweet paprika 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 teaspoons turmeric 2 teaspoons black pepper 1 teaspoon celery salt

How To Make Pot Roast Seasoning

Mix seasonings together and store in an airtight jar.

Ingredients like 2 tablespoons sweet paprika 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 teaspoons turmeric 2 teaspoons black pepper 1 teaspoon celery salt ready to be mixed together in bowl with spoon

Use 1-2 tablespoons of seasoning per 1 pound of meat or to taste.

Easy Pot Roast Seasoning Recipe blend in large bowl

Pro Tips

This recipe makes about ½ cup of seasoning, enough for roughly 4-6 pounds of meat.
Use fresh, good-quality spices for the best flavor (older spices lose potency over time).
I highly recommend making extra and storing for future roasts to make meal prep that much simpler.
To prevent clumping, store in a cool, dry place. Add a few grains of uncooked rice to the container to absorb moisture if needed.
Recipe Substitutions:
- Swap sweet paprika for smoked paprika for a smokier flavor.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for spicy heat.
- Omit brown sugar if you want a sugar-free option.

Best Ways To Use Homemade Pot Roast Seasoning

Add homemade seasoning to a classic pot roast made in the slow cooker, oven, or Instant Pot. (Try my Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Gravy or Pressure Cooker Pot Roast!)

Chuck roast is the traditional option, but other cuts of beef roast work too. Add sides such as Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts Gratin for a scrumptious, well-rounded meal.

This pot roast seasoning is also a versatile mix to add to other meats such as pork shoulder, or even a whole roasted chicken. Add extra vegetables to your pot roast, or sprinkle the seasoning on a pan of potatoes, carrots, and onions for enhanced flavor.

Spoonful of Easy Pot Roast Seasoning Recipe

How To Best Store

Store homemade pot roast seasoning in an airtight jar such as a small glass spice jar or a Mason jar.

For optimal freshness, use seasoning within 6 months. I recommend including the date on the label to remind you when you made it.