Are you craving a mouthwatering, fall-apart tender roast that practically melts in your mouth? Look no further than this game-changing Instant Pot Sunday Pot Roast that transforms an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience! In just 75 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that will have your family begging for seconds and wondering how you became such a kitchen wizard.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 75 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 lb beef chuck roast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 potatoes, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the chuck roast from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature. Pat the meat dry with paper towels and generously season all sides with salt and pepper.
- Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and add olive oil. Once hot, carefully place the chuck roast into the pot and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Remove roast and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the seared roast to the Instant Pot. Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce around the meat. The liquid should come about halfway up the roast.
- Add chopped carrots and potatoes around the roast, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes after cooking completes.
- Carefully remove the roast and vegetables. If desired, use the Sauté function to reduce the remaining liquid into a quick gravy.
- Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve hot with vegetables and optional gravy.
Tips
- Choose the Right Cut: Always select a well-marbled chuck roast, as the fat content ensures maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Room Temperature Magic: Let your roast sit out for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and more consistent cooking.
- Searing is Crucial: Don't skip the searing step! This develops a rich, golden-brown crust that locks in incredible flavor.
- Natural Pressure Release: Allow the 15-minute natural pressure release to help the meat become extra tender and reabsorb its juices.
- Slice Against the Grain: Always cut your roast perpendicular to the muscle fibers to guarantee the most tender, easiest-to-chew slices.
- Gravy Bonus: Use the Sauté function after cooking to reduce the remaining liquid into a delicious, quick gravy that elevates the entire dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 120mg
