Description
This Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting, hearty dish featuring caramelized onions and a well-seasoned chuck roast simmered in rich beef broth. It’s deeply flavorful, tender, and perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings—with no alcohol involved.
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- French bread or baguette (optional, for serving)
- Gruyère cheese or provolone (optional, for topping)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” and wait until hot.
- Add olive oil and sear the beef chuck roast until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add sliced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until fragrant and softened.
- Sprinkle in dried thyme and rosemary. Deglaze the pot with beef broth and soy sauce, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the roast to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Seal the lid and valve. Cook on high pressure for 60 minutes.
- Allow pressure to release naturally before opening the lid.
- (Optional) Top slices of roast with cheese and broil until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve with bread for dipping.
Notes
- You can add carrots, celery, or potatoes for a complete one-pot meal.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for a brighter flavor.
- For a slightly sweeter taste, caramelize onions longer before pressure cooking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.
- To thicken gravy, use a cornstarch slurry on the “Sauté” function.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 8 oz beef with broth)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
