Description
Hearty instant pot pot roast brings classic comfort directly from grandma’s kitchen to modern dinner tables. Succulent beef, tender vegetables, and rich gravy create a satisfying meal you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into quarters
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Activate Instant Pot’s sauté function and warm olive oil to create a golden sear on all surfaces of the roast, developing rich caramelized flavors.
- Transfer roast to a plate and quickly sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Pour beef broth into the pot, stirring in Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme, rosemary, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper to lift any browned bits from the bottom.
- Carefully return the roast to the pot, then strategically arrange carrots and potatoes around and on top of the meat for even cooking.
- Secure the lid, ensuring the valve is set to sealing position, then pressure cook on high for precisely 60 minutes to tenderize the meat completely.
- After cooking completes, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, which helps maintain the roast’s moisture and tenderness.
- Gently release any remaining pressure, then carefully remove the roast and vegetables onto a serving platter, slicing against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Spoon the aromatic cooking liquid over the meat and vegetables, creating a succulent presentation that captures all the developed flavors.
Notes
- Enhance meat tenderness by selecting well-marbled chuck roast with good fat content for maximum flavor and juiciness.
- Customize seasoning by experimenting with fresh herbs like oregano or adding smoked paprika for deeper taste complexity.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium beef broth and controlling salt quantities for health-conscious individuals.
- Adapt recipe for gluten-free diets by verifying Worcestershire sauce ingredients and using certified gluten-free versions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg