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Home » Recipes » Slow Cooker Pot Roast & Veggies + 5 Day Meal Plan for Less than $50

Slow Cooker Pot Roast & Veggies + 5 Day Meal Plan for Less than $50

By: Liz  /  Published: October 24, 2017  /  Updated: May 20, 2020  /   Leave a comment

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This slow cooker pot roast and veggies post is sponsored by Harris Teeter. As always, opinions are my own.

Other than the mortgage, food is far and away the biggest ongoing expense in my home (and probably yours too). Since feeding the family is non-negotiable, I have to find ways to save money when grocery shopping (without using coupons because I’m far too lazy for that. Sad, but true.) So without the use of coupons, I took on the challenge of shopping at Harris Teeter to create a five-day meal plan for a family of four for $50, and I nailed it! I came in under $50 – boo-yah! ($45.61, to be exact.)

I’ve never challenged myself to spend a total of less than $50 for five meals before; I honestly didn’t know it was possible. And here’s the thing: all five meals are complete dinners with at least one side dish. I’m so excited about this!

And look how well we ate, y’all. Good stuff, good stuff. Thanks, Harris Teeter!

Slow Cooker Pot Roast + Five-Day Meal Plan for Less than $50

Dinner - 5 Meals for less than $50

The key is to shop the square. Harris Teeter’s private label products (HT Traders and HT Organics) have a red square logo, so keep your eye out for those when you’re shopping. They will save you so much money compared to the brand name products they sit next to on the shelf. Plus, they are just as good!

So, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of this five-day meal plan so you can see what I made and what I bought at Harris Teeter to make it happen.

Oh, and since most of us have an arsenal of spices and seasonings on hand all the time, I didn’t include them in the items I purchased. Since I came in under budget, there’s a little wiggle room there to account for individual pantry differences.

Day 1 – BBQ Chicken Stir Fry with Rice and Corn
Shop at Harris Teeter for: 2 chicken breasts, HT Traders BBQ sauce, optional 1-2 jalapenos, HT Traders frozen cut corn, HT Traders instant rice

BBQ chicken stir fry with rice and corn

Day 2 – Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwiches & Tomato Basil Soup
Shop at Harris Teeter for: HT Traders tomato and basil soup, french bread loaf from bakery, HT Traders mozzarella slices, fresh basil, 2 Roma tomatoes

caprese grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup

Day 3 – Slow Cooker Pot Roast and Veggies
(recipe below)

slow cooker pot roast and veggies

Day 4 – Penne Pasta with Pepperoni-Marinara Sauce and Garlic Bread
Shop at Harris Teeter for: HT Traders tomato sauce, HT Traders Arrabbiata sauce, 1 box HT Traders penne rigate, HT Traders thin pepperoni

Penne Pasta with Pepperoni-Marinara Sauce and Garlic Bread

Day 5 – Pancakes with Bacon
Shop at Harris Teeter for: HT Traders shake & pour pancake mix, HT Traders bacon, HT Traders pancake syrup (if you don’t already have some)

blueberry pancakes with bacon

To make the slow cooker pot roast with veggies, combine the two soups and all seasonings in the slow cooker.

Add the Harris Teeter Angus Beef Chuck Roast, onions, potatoes, celery and baby carrots.

chuck roast, onions, potatoes, celery and carrots in slow cooker

Cover and simmer on low about 8 hours. Vegetables and pot roast will be fork tender when it’s ready.

pot roast and veggies in slow cooker

Dinner - 5 Meals for less than $50

Slow Cooker Pot Roast and Veggies

Liz - Eat Move Make
This slow cooker pot roast recipe with carrots, potatoes and onions. Hearty and delish!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 8 hrs
Total Time 8 hrs 10 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb HT Reserve Angus beef chuck roast
  • 1 14 oz can HT Traders beef broth
  • 1 10.5 oz can HT Traders cream of mushroom soup
  • 3 tbsp HT Traders Worchestershire sauce
  • 3 garlic cloves diced
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp ground red pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp sage
  • 1/2 sweet onion chopped
  • 2.5 lbs russet potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 1 lb baby carrots
  • 4 stalks celery sliced

Instructions
 

  • In slow cooker, combine the two soups and all seasonings.
  • Add chuck roast and vegetables. Cover and simmer on low about 8 hours. 
All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only and nutrition may vary according to exact products and the online nutrition calculator being used. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on EatMoveMake.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 957mgPotassium: 1700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10703IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 6mg
Keyword crockpot, pot roast, slow cooker
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

To plan the meals, I started by choosing meat that was on sale and built a menu around that. (Harris Teeter’s meat is top-notch.) Also, their chicken breasts are always on sale for a great price. But where I really cut costs was in using the Harris Teeter private label products. I’m shocked at how many products I use on a daily basis that are available under the HT Traders line, and I’m floored at how much of a difference that made in saving me money.

As you can see, we didn’t have to eat skimpy meals in order to stay under budget. Our meals were hearty, filling and deliciously satisfying, and I’m so happy with the savings that I’m going to repeat this dinner plan on a regular basis.

Harris Teeter rocks!

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About Liz

Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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  1. Cherri Megasko says

    October 28, 2017 at 11:13 am

    We just moved away from Virginia and that was the first place I’ve ever lived that had Harris Teeters. My husband and I both really liked their stores – and it’s always nice to save money!

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  2. Kiwi says

    October 27, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    Food can be so expensive these days. So thanks for the affordable dinner options for $50 score!

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  3. Dogvills says

    October 27, 2017 at 5:33 am

    I can’t believe you can make those dishes without spending much! My only regret? We don’t have a Harris Teeter in our area. Anyway, I will still try these recipes. I may come close to $50 but it is the delicious, hearty meals that my family will enjoy that is important for me.

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  4. Amanda says

    October 26, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    I absolutely love using my slow cooker in the Fall and Winter because a cozy, warm meal during the cold months is so soothing. I’ve never tried to make a pot roast before…thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  5. Anosa says

    October 26, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    What a great way to prepare food easily and cheap. I love this so I can save more but still eating a good food. Its just for a lesser expense.

    Reply
  6. Rose Cottrill says

    October 26, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    Slow cooker is the best thing you can have in the kitchen. YOu can make delicious food without staying in the kitchen most of the time.

    Reply
  7. Kita Bryant says

    October 26, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    Wow, that’s not a bad deal for $50! My kids would love all of these meals too. That’s a plus.

    Reply
  8. Jen Temcio says

    October 26, 2017 at 11:07 am

    5 home cooked, healthy meals for under $50 is superb. Most everyone I know is on a tight budget and your meal suggestions are good for single people or families.

    Reply
  9. gingermommy says

    October 26, 2017 at 9:51 am

    That soup and sandwich looks like it would make the perfect lunch! Yummy!

    Reply
  10. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says

    October 26, 2017 at 9:50 am

    These all look delicious! I love the slow cooker pot roast. I am going to have to try this recipe soon.

    Reply
  11. valmg @ Mom Knows It All says

    October 26, 2017 at 9:24 am

    Slow cookers can save so much work and energy. I love meal planning, it saves lots of money and stress.

    Reply
  12. Marysa says

    October 26, 2017 at 7:41 am

    I haven’t used my slow cooker in ages, and these are great ideas. I’ll have to save this recipe for our busy nights where I barely have enough time to get dinner on the table!

    Reply
  13. Allison says

    October 26, 2017 at 7:33 am

    There’s nothing quite like a great pot roast once the weather gets chilly. Love this meal plan and especially love things like the instant rice your suggested for busy nights.

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  14. Our Family World says

    October 26, 2017 at 3:28 am

    Thanks for sharing these meal ideas. I love how you can get creative, spend less and have a hearty meal for the family. Pot roast will be the on the top of my list!

    Reply
  15. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    October 26, 2017 at 1:02 am

    Oh wow. That is a true money saver. I have to find out if we have a Harris Teeter near us. I will take your word for it, because I know you have tried them already. Those 5 recipes are fantastic! Cheap yes, but full of flavor and healthy goodness!

    Reply
  16. Sarah says

    October 26, 2017 at 12:34 am

    Yum! This pot roast recipe looks amazing. I love a good roast during the fall. I’m also super impressed with your meal planning skills!

    Reply
  17. Sara Welch says

    October 26, 2017 at 12:15 am

    I end up throwing a roast in the crock pot just about once a week. Not only is it easy to do but it’s delicious and takes no real cooking on my part.

    Reply
  18. Heather says

    October 26, 2017 at 12:10 am

    When you know how to shop the sales, you can do some serious saving. Love how far you stretched your budget and still had amazing meals!

    Reply
  19. Crystal says

    October 25, 2017 at 11:46 pm

    Pot roast reminds me so much of my childhood. We were definitely a meat and potato kind of family. Your recipe would even impress my mom.

    Reply
  20. Rachel Ferrucci says

    October 25, 2017 at 11:22 pm

    Now that I’m very hungry, I don’t know which I want first. You’re lucky to have a Harris Teeter near you, we don’t have any but would love of they came to CT

    Reply
  21. Chelley Martinka says

    October 25, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    Sounds like the perfect week of meals for the family! I need to find a Harris Teeter- under $50 is unbeatable!

    Reply
  22. Joyce Brewer says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    We have a growing boy who loves meat. My usual go-to crockpot meal is white chicken chili. I need to make a pot roast for him!

    Reply
  23. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    5 meals for $50? I am sold. I would love to try this! I think it’s something that the whole family can definitely benefit from. I love that the meals are all so filling and yummy.

    Reply
  24. Brianne says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    Wow all of these meals look delicious! I am so checking Harris Teeter out!

    Reply
  25. AnnMarie John says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:35 pm

    That’s a pretty cool challenge especially if you really want to save money! I’ve been making sure that I stick to my budget when planning meals and grocery shopping. I think this is something that I’d love to try!

    Reply
  26. Carol Cassara says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:34 pm

    I love the ideas that you have here! It’s really possible to save money and still eat healthy and hearty meals. Those recipes made me real hungry!

    Reply
  27. Cheryl says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    I recently bought an instapot and I’m looking for great slow cooker recipes!

    Reply
  28. Amy Desrosiers says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:19 pm

    We love pot roast in this house. I think my kids would love your meal plan! Sounds like what my mom used to make in rotation when I was a kid.

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  29. reesa says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    I am loving this meal plan! I need to bring this to the store with me. I am going to give this pot roast a try too!

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  30. Jenn Mitchell says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    Feeding a family on a budget is so important. I love that you have shared meal ideas that stay within one!

    Reply
  31. TColeman says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    I love these dinner ideas. To know that they are under $50 is so reassuring!

    Reply
  32. Meagan says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:43 pm

    I love a good crock pot meal. I will have to try your recipe.

    Reply
  33. Pam says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:20 pm

    I can’t believe all that was under $50. Sounds like Harris Teeter has some really good deals.

    Reply
  34. Lisa says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:01 pm

    This time of year we love to use our slow cooker. I love a good pot roast. Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe!

    Reply
  35. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

    October 25, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    I meal plan and usually come in just a littler higher than $50 for five meals. But I don’t buy on sale items either. I meal plan to what we want to eat. Now I love pot roast in the slow cooker, and will stretch that as far as I can.

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  36. Kelly Hutchinson says

    October 25, 2017 at 6:54 pm

    I could eat pot roast every single day! I love it so much! I miss Harris Teeter! We don’t have them where we live now. Boo!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      October 25, 2017 at 7:29 pm

      My husband could eat pot roast every day too. It’s definitely a common meal plan item in our house.

      Reply
  37. Brandy says

    October 25, 2017 at 5:33 pm

    I never stick with a meal plan. Ever. I am going to give this a try and see if I can finally stick with it – even if it’s just one week. That pot roast looks delicious!

    Reply
  38. Anita Anderson says

    October 25, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    Wow, 5 meals for under $50 seems like not enough but when you meal plan everything is possible. My hubby looked over my shoulder and loves the BBQ meal.

    Reply
  39. Heather says

    October 25, 2017 at 4:35 pm

    That’s pretty impressive! Can you imagine the cost if you had eaten five meals out. It pays to eat at home.

    Reply
  40. Heather Johnson says

    October 25, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    I am all for making meals on a budget! What a great meal idea that my family would love and that would save me so much money on groceries!

    Reply
  41. Candy says

    October 25, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    It is great come in under budget. I live my slow cooker and will be adding your meals to the make list

    Reply
  42. Doria says

    October 25, 2017 at 11:50 am

    Wow, what budget-friendly meal ideas! I’m a big fan of slow cookers, especially in the colder months. I’m going to have to try some of these meal ideas!

    Reply
  43. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    October 25, 2017 at 11:32 am

    This is so great! A $10 a day breakdown is so awesome! I love the idea of being able to eat well for not a lot of money.

    Reply
  44. Jeni Hawkins says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:45 am

    Holy cow – I’m hungry now! Those pictures are gorgeous and made my mouth water. I was wondering what to cook for dinner tonight – and I think it’s going to be pot roast now!

    Reply
  45. Tomi C says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:13 am

    We don’t have a Harris Teeter nearby because I would love to advantage of those “shop the square” deals. Slow cooker pot roast is a fave crock pot recipe of mine.

    Reply
  46. Jeanette says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:02 am

    That pot roast looks absolutely delicious! I am always trying to meal plan and I usually fail at getting a full weeks worth of meals. This will definitely help me get ideas.

    Reply
  47. Anita says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:02 am

    I love crockpot receipes. They are my go to meals during the week. Who can go wrong with post roast!

    Reply
  48. Neely Moldovan says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:39 am

    I have been waiting for cooler weather to make something like this and this weekend when it dips into the 30s is the perfect time!

    Reply
  49. Jaime says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:27 am

    I’ve been trying to figure out how to cut our grocery bill even more. This is a fantastic menu (and the prices!!) The pot roast looks amazing and you better believe I’ll be making this soon. Our weather has finally changed, and the slow cooker is being put to great use.

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  50. Alli Smith says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:40 am

    I love all of these meals! I often make slow cooker pot roast when the entire family comes over. It’s easy and inexpensive. Plus, it’s always a hit with the family.

    Reply
  51. Amber Myers says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:39 am

    Yum, I’ve made slow cooker pot roast for years. My daughter and I love it but my husband and son say it’s gross. Maybe I’ll try this recipe and see if I can get them to like it!

    Reply
  52. Robin rue says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:38 am

    I just brought my crock pot back out of hibernation and this sound like a great meal to kick off the cool weather meal season. My family will love it.

    Reply
  53. Mardene Carr says

    October 25, 2017 at 6:08 am

    This is way cool. I think we all need to challenge ourselves sometimes to spend less, not just on preparing meals. Good post!

    Reply
  54. Ashley Owens says

    October 24, 2017 at 8:04 pm

    Slow cooker pot roast has always been one of my favorites. It is easy to make and ends up so delicious. My kids love it too which is a bonus.

    Reply
  55. Julie Cohn says

    October 24, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    Your dinner ideas, especially that pot roast are making me hungry,. Five days for under $50? Incredible! I wish we had Harris Teeter on the west coast.

    Reply

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