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Perfect Instant Pot Pot Roast

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A tender, flavorful Instant Pot pot roast made with beef chuck, vegetables, and a rich gravy—all ready in a fraction of the time of traditional methods.


Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Season the chuck roast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
  2. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and sear the roast on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onions and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Return the roast to the pot. Seal the lid and set to high pressure for 60 minutes.
  6. After the timer goes off, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  7. Add carrots and potatoes. Reseal and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Quick release when done.
  8. Remove the roast and vegetables. Set the pot to sauté. Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the pot to thicken the gravy.
  9. Slice the roast and serve with vegetables and gravy.

Notes

  • You can add celery or parsnips for additional flavor.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the roast reaches at least 190°F for perfect tenderness.
  • Leftovers make great shredded beef sandwiches.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg