Hearty Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast Recipe Made Easy
Discover the comforting flavors of Hearty Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast, a quick and delicious family favorite dish.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour
Natural Release Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
Course: Beef
Cuisine: French
Keyword: comfort food, easy pot roast, Family Dinner, Hearty Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast, Instant Pot recipes, one-pot meals
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal
For the Roast
- 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast or brisket or round roast
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For the Flavor Base
- 3 large Onions sliced; try sweet onions or shallots
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Dry White Wine or additional beef broth
- 2 cups Beef Broth homemade or high-quality store-bought
- 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme or dried
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce optional but recommended
- 2 leaves Bay Leaves remove before serving
Optional Enhancements
- 1 cup Gruyère Cheese for melting on top
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish
Cooking Instructions
Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and heat olive oil. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear it for about 4-5 minutes on each side until it’s beautifully browned. Once done, remove the roast and set it aside.
Toss sliced onions into the pot, stirring frequently for 10-15 minutes until they are caramelized and golden brown. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute to release its delightful aroma.
Pour in the dry white wine or extra beef broth, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. This step adds a lot of flavors to your roast, so don’t skip it!
Return the seared roast to the pot, and add beef broth, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 60 minutes.
After cooking, let the pressure release naturally for about 15 minutes; then, carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the valve.
Remove the bay leaves, shred the roast using two forks, and serve hot. Top with melted Gruyère cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an extra burst of flavor.
This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 4mg