Imagine a mouthwatering, fall-apart tender pot roast infused with rich Cabernet Sauvignon, transforming an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience. This Instant Pot marvel combines succulent chuck roast, perfectly caramelized vegetables, and a luxurious wine-based sauce that will have your family begging for seconds. Whether you're a busy home cook or a weekend culinary enthusiast, this recipe promises restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 75 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 1 cup Cabernet Sauvignon
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 potatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and generously season all sides with salt and pepper.
- Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat olive oil. Once hot, brown the roast on all sides for 3-4 minutes per side to develop a rich, caramelized exterior. Remove roast and set aside.
- In the same Instant Pot, sauté quartered onions and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Pour in Cabernet Sauvignon, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Return the roast to the Instant Pot and add chopped carrots and potatoes around the meat.
- Close the lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 60 minutes.
- Once cooking completes, allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes, then carefully do a quick release.
- Remove roast and vegetables, let rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- If desired, thicken remaining liquid by using Sauté mode to reduce sauce or add a cornstarch slurry.
- Serve roast with vegetables and sauce, garnishing with fresh herbs if preferred.
Tips
- Choose the right cut: Chuck roast is ideal due to its marbling, which ensures a tender, flavorful result.
- Pat the meat dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown sear.
- Don't rush the browning process - taking 3-4 minutes per side develops deep, complex flavors.
- Use a good quality Cabernet Sauvignon; the wine's flavor will concentrate during cooking.
- Allow natural pressure release for the most tender meat texture.
- Slice the roast against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness.
- If the sauce is too thin, use a cornstarch slurry to achieve your desired consistency.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can elevate the final presentation and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 496kcal
Carbohydrates: 23g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 100mg
