Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Instant Pot Pot Roast, a quintessential dish that transforms a simple dinner into a memorable feast. With tender beef infused with rich flavors, vibrant vegetables, and a luscious gravy, this recipe is perfect for cozy family nights or special gatherings. The Instant Pot makes it easy to prepare, significantly reducing cooking time without sacrificing taste. In just over two hours, you can serve a hearty meal that impresses everyone at the table. Customize with your favorite vegetables and experience the joy of one-pot cooking that leaves minimal cleanup. Dive into this deliciously hearty experience that’s sure to satisfy and bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pound boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large sweet yellow onion (coarsely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon alternative sauce
- 1 ½ cups low sodium beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 6 medium carrots (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1.5 pounds whole baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening gravy)
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening gravy)
Instructions
- Cut the beef chuck roast in half and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in the Instant Pot on sauté mode until hot. Brown the beef on both sides for about four minutes each, then transfer to a plate.
- Sauté onions until softened and lightly browned, then add garlic and turn off the pot.
- Stir in tomato paste, alternative sauce, and beef broth; scrape any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the beef to the pot along with thyme.
- Close the lid and cook at high pressure for 60 minutes; let it release pressure naturally for 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Add carrots and potatoes on top of the beef; close the lid again and cook for an additional five minutes at high pressure.
- Release pressure naturally for another 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Remove meat and vegetables; shred meat using forks.
- If desired, thicken gravy by combining cornstarch and water; stir into liquid in the pot until slightly thickened.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg