Instant Pot Pot Roast with Melt-In-Your-Mouth Beef
Introduction
If you crave a classic, comforting dinner that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, look no further than this Instant Pot Pot Roast with melt-in-your-mouth beef. The pressure cooker effortlessly transforms a tough cut of meat into fork-tender perfection, soaking every bite with rich, savory juices. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressive weekend gatherings when you want hearty, home-cooked flavor in a fraction of the time.
Instant Pot Pot Roast: Flavorful Convenience at Its Best
What makes this pot roast truly exceptional is how the Instant Pot infuses flavor deep into the beef and vegetables, resulting in a dish that tastes like it simmered all day. Aromatics, herbs, and your favorite mirepoix meld together into an irresistible, savory broth that bathes the tender roast and veggies, making every mouthful utterly satisfying.
Tips for the Most Tender Pot Roast
The secret to melt-in-your-mouth beef is both the right cut and the intensive pressure from your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart. Choose a well-marbled chuck roast for the best texture and flavor. Browning the meat before pressure cooking develops a rich crust and deepens the dish’s overall taste profile.
To prep your vegetables efficiently, reach for the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper. It makes quick work of onions, carrots, and potatoes so you can get everything into the pot faster—no tears or tedious dicing!
How to Make Instant Pot Pot Roast with Melt-In-Your-Mouth Beef
Start by generously seasoning your roast with salt and pepper. Sear it on all sides using the sauté function in your Instant Pot for optimal flavor. Remove the beef, then add onions, garlic, and carrots, stirring until fragrant.
Nestle the beef back into the pot atop the bed of vegetables, then pour in beef broth, add potatoes, and toss in your bundle of fresh herbs. Lock the lid and let the magic happen as high pressure transforms the ingredients into a succulent feast in just over an hour.
Serving and Storing Suggestions
When ready to serve, transfer the roast and vegetables to a platter. To make shredding effortless, try using a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen—its sturdy design quickly pulls apart the tender beef with minimal mess.
Leftovers store beautifully in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, keeping portions fresh and leak-proof for lunches or next-day dinners. For meal prep enthusiasts, these sturdy containers let you savor this comfort classic all week long.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields about 6 hearty servings. Each portion, including beef and vegetables, provides roughly 420–500 calories, depending on cuts and portion sizes. Packed with protein and colorful veggies, it’s a wholesome meal that fills you up and satisfies.
Instant Pot Pot Roast with Melt-In-Your-Mouth Beef (Recap)
Nothing beats the deep, savory goodness and tender texture of an Instant Pot pot roast. With streamlined prep and pressure cooking, you get a timeless home-cooked dinner—without hours spent at the stove. Whether gathered around the table or prepping for easy meals ahead, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pat roast dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Select the sauté function on your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart; add olive oil.
- When hot, sear beef on all sides until browned (about 2–3 minutes per side). Remove roast and set aside.
- Using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, quickly chop onion, carrots, and potatoes. Add onion, garlic, and carrots to the pot. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and add potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return roast to the pot. Lock lid, set vent to sealing, and pressure cook on HIGH for 60 minutes (for a 3lb roast).
- Allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes before a quick release. Discard bay leaves and thyme stems.
- Transfer beef and veggies to a platter. For perfect shredding, use the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen; alternatively, slice against the grain.
- For a thicker gravy, set the Instant Pot to sauté. Stir cornstarch and water together, whisk into the pot, and simmer until slightly thickened. Pour over roast to serve.
- Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (includes pressure building and natural release)
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Enjoy the most savory, melt-in-your-mouth beef pot roast—effortlessly prepared in your Instant Pot.