Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast. This dish combines tender beef chuck roast with sweet caramelized onions, aromatic herbs, and a splash of vinegar, creating a savory meal that’s ready in just 75 minutes—far quicker than traditional pot roast recipes. The Instant Pot does all the work while filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch as everyone gathers around the table for a warm, hearty meal that feels like a hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup dry white apple vinegar
- Fresh thyme
- Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and heat olive oil.
- Season the roast with salt and pepper; sear until browned on all sides (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- Add sliced onions to the pot; caramelize for 10-15 minutes. Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Deglaze the pot with vinegar. Return the roast, adding broth, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves.
- Secure the lid and pressure cook on high for 60 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes before serving.
- Shred the roast with forks and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg