Instant Pot Pot Roast Recipe
A comforting and flavorful Instant Pot Pot Roast recipe that yields tender, juicy beef with hearty vegetables in a savory gravy. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3–5 pound boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pound baby red potatoes
- 4 large carrots (chopped into 2-inch pieces or 1 pound baby carrots)
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Chopped parsley or thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Roast: In a small bowl, mix together salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Rub the seasoning blend all over the roast.
- Sear the Roast: Turn on the Instant Pot’s Saute function. Sear the seasoned roast on all sides until browned. Set aside.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits. Add roast, potatoes, carrots, and onions.
- Pressure Cook: Lock the lid, set vent to Sealing, and Pressure Cook on High for 60-90 minutes.
- Natural Release: Allow the pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes, then do a controlled quick release.
- Make Gravy: Shred the roast, set Instant Pot to Soup/Broth setting, and thicken the liquid with a cornstarch slurry.
- Serve: Plate the shredded pot roast and veggies, pour gravy over them, and garnish with parsley or thyme.
Notes
- For a frozen roast, increase pressure cook time by 10-15 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Instant Pot Pot Roast, Pressure Cooker, Beef Roast, Comfort Food
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