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Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast Recipe

Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast Recipe
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This Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast combines tender, flavorful chuck roast with rich caramelized onions and a savory broth, all cooked quickly in an electric pressure cooker. Infused with thyme, garlic, and a splash of dry white wine, this comforting one-pot meal results in melt-in-your-mouth beef perfect for a cozy dinner. Topped with melted Gruyère cheese and fresh parsley, it’s a delicious twist on classic French onion flavors served with pot roast.

Ingredients

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Meat and Oils

  • 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup dry white wine (or additional beef broth)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 bay leaves

For Serving (Optional)

  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Sear the Meat: Set your Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and add olive oil. Once hot, season the beef chuck roast generously with salt and pepper, then sear the roast on all sides until it is nicely browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. This step locks in flavor. Remove the roast from the pot and set aside.
  2. Cook the Onions: In the same pot, add the thinly sliced onions. Cook them, stirring occasionally, until they caramelize and turn golden brown, approximately 10-15 minutes. This slow cooking builds deep, sweet onion flavor. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Deglaze the Pot: Pour in the dry white wine or additional beef broth, scraping up all the browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. This adds rich flavor to the sauce.
  4. Pressure Cook: Return the seared roast to the pot along with the beef broth, fresh thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves. Secure the Instant Pot lid and set to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” on high pressure for 60 minutes.
  5. Natural Pressure Release: When the cooking time is complete, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for about 15 minutes to keep the roast tender and juicy. Then carefully release any remaining pressure manually.
  6. Serve: Open the lid, remove the bay leaves, and shred the roast using two forks. Serve the meat hot, topped with shredded Gruyère cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a flavorful finish.

Notes

  • If you prefer not to use wine, substitute with an equal amount of extra beef broth.
  • Allowing natural pressure release helps the meat stay moist and tender.
  • Gruyère cheese is optional but adds a wonderful creamy, nutty flavor that complements French onion style dishes.
  • Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.
  • Leftovers keep well and taste great reheated for up to 3 days refrigerated.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, French Onion, Pot Roast, Beef, Pressure Cooker Recipe, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner

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