Description
Hearty Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting dish that combines tender beef with the rich flavors of caramelized onions, garlic, and savory broth. This easy-to-make pot roast will fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma and is perfect for cozy dinners with family or special occasions. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 lb chuck roast
- 2 large Vidalia onions, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Heat olive oil and sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté sliced onions until golden brown (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pot with a splash of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the roast to the pot with remaining broth, thyme, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Seal the lid and cook on “Manual” high pressure for 60 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes before manually releasing remaining pressure. Shred or slice the pot roast and serve topped with onions and broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating mushrooms or other herbs like rosemary. This dish can be made in advance; refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.