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Whole30 & Keto Instant Pot Pot Roast with Vegetables (AIP Option) Recipe

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This Whole30 and Keto-friendly Instant Pot Pot Roast is a tender, flavorful dish perfect for a comforting meal. Featuring a mix of hearty chuck roast, radishes, and baby carrots, simmered in a savory broth with garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs, this recipe offers an AIP option by omitting pepper and tomato paste. The gravy, thickened with xanthan gum or arrowroot starch, enhances the savory goodness. Quick and easy with the Instant Pot, it’s a delicious and healthy choice that fits well into Whole30, Keto, and autoimmune protocol diets.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 3 lb boneless chuck roast

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 6 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 2 cups radishes (halved)
  • 2 cups baby carrots

Liquids & Sauces

  • 2 cups bone broth (or beef broth)
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste (omit for AIP)

Seasonings & Oils

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (divided, or favorite cooking oil)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste, omit for AIP)
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Parsley flakes (for garnish)

Thickening Agent

  • 1/2 tsp xanthan gum (or 2 tbsp arrowroot starch for Whole30 & AIP)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and heat the Instant Pot: Turn on the Instant Pot to the SAUTÉ setting and add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to heat.
  2. Season the meat: Cut the chuck roast into 4 equal pieces and generously season each piece with salt and pepper (omit pepper if following AIP).
  3. Sear the meat: When the Instant Pot is hot, add the meat pieces and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Remove the meat and set aside on a plate.
  4. Sauté aromatics: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil, then add minced garlic, chopped onion, dried rosemary, and dried thyme. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and the onion turns translucent.
  5. Add liquids and deglaze: Pour in the bone broth, coconut aminos, and tomato paste (omit tomato paste for AIP). Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Turn off the Instant Pot.
  6. Add meat and vegetables: Place the seared meat pieces back into the pot. Layer the halved radishes and baby carrots on top of the meat. Some vegetables may fall into the broth, which is fine.
  7. Pressure cook: Secure the lid onto the Instant Pot and set the pressure valve to SEALING. Select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK setting and cook for 40 minutes. Once cooking is complete and the Instant Pot beeps, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before manually opening the valve to release any remaining pressure.
  8. Remove meat and vegetables: Open the lid carefully. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the vegetables and meat to a plate. Shred the meat into bite-sized pieces using forks.
  9. Make the gravy: Turn the Instant Pot back to SAUTÉ with the broth still inside. In a separate small bowl, whisk together xanthan gum (or arrowroot starch for Whole30 & AIP) with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly add this mixture into the simmering broth.
  10. Thicken the gravy: Let the broth simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a gravy consistency.
  11. Serve: You may add the shredded meat and vegetables back into the Instant Pot to warm through, or serve them plated separately with the gravy on the side for drizzling. Garnish with parsley flakes if desired.

Notes

  • Omit black pepper and tomato paste to make this recipe compliant with the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).
  • Use arrowroot starch instead of xanthan gum if strictly following Whole30 or AIP.
  • Bone broth adds extra nutrients and flavor; beef broth can be used as a substitute.
  • Be sure to sear the meat well for better flavor and texture.
  • Natural pressure release adds tenderness to the meat and prevents dryness.
  • Feel free to substitute vegetables based on availability, such as parsnips or turnips in place of radishes.
  • Leftovers store well and can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.

Keywords: pot roast, instant pot, whole30, keto, aip, pressure cooker, low carb, healthy dinner, bone broth, comfort food

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