Description
Hearty Instant Pot Pot Roast delivers mouthwatering comfort straight from classic American kitchens. Tender beef melts with rich gravy, promising a satisfying meal that brings family together around one delicious plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3–5 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
Vegetables:
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 pound baby red potatoes
- 4 large carrots (chopped into 2-inch pieces)
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Prepare a robust spice blend by combining salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
- Thoroughly coat the entire roast with the seasoning mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Activate the Instant Pot’s Sauté mode and heat oil until shimmering, then carefully sear the roast for 2-3 minutes on each side to develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Remove the meat and deglaze the pot with beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up all the flavorful browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the roast to the pot and strategically arrange potatoes, carrots, and onions around the meat to maximize flavor infusion.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing position for pressure cooking.
- For a 3-pound roast, pressure cook on high for 60 minutes; for a 4-5 pound roast, extend cooking time to 80-90 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release to complete the cooking process.
- Gently transfer the roast and vegetables to a serving platter, using two forks to shred the meat into tender, succulent chunks.
- Switch the Instant Pot to Soup/Broth mode and create a cornstarch slurry by whisking water and cornstarch until smooth.
- Stir the slurry into the simmering liquid, continuously mixing until the gravy reaches a rich, velvety consistency.
- Ladle the luxurious gravy over the pot roast and vegetables, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley or thyme for a final touch of elegance.
Notes
- Tenderize tough cuts by choosing well-marbled beef like chuck roast for maximum flavor and softness.
- Generously season the meat beforehand to create a rich, deep flavor profile that penetrates the entire roast.
- Allow natural pressure release for at least 10 minutes to help meat fibers relax and become more tender.
- Customize the recipe by swapping root vegetables or adding herbs like rosemary and thyme for extra aromatic complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70-100 minutes (including pressure cook and searing)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 302 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg