Instant Pot Pot Roast

Introduction

Nothing says cozy comfort quite like an Instant Pot Pot Roast. This dish delivers fork-tender beef, melt-in-your-mouth vegetables, and a deeply savory gravy in a fraction of the time of traditional braising. Using an Instant Pot not only shortens the cooking process, but also ensures that every bite is packed with rich, developed flavor. Whether you’re feeding a family, hosting friends, or simply craving a soul-warming meal, this pot roast is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that saves you hours in the kitchen.

Why This Instant Pot Pot Roast Stands Out

This recipe shines thanks to the perfect balance of flavor, tenderness, and speed. The Instant Pot’s pressure cooking capability locks in juices, results in incredibly tender meat, and infuses vegetables with savory goodness. Hearty root veggies, aromatic herbs, and a succulent beef roast come together for a meal that feels special yet is simple enough for weeknights.

Prepping Ingredients for Flavor & Efficiency

For best results, use a well-marbled chuck roast. Uniformly chopped vegetables ensure even cooking, so investing in a versatile Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper streamlines your prep, saving time and delivering consistent pieces. Pat the beef dry, season well, and don’t skip the initial searing step – this caramelizes the exterior, imparting deep, complex flavor to both the meat and the final gravy.

Building Robust Flavor in the Instant Pot

Start by sautéing the seasoned beef directly in the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart. Remove and set aside, then add onions, garlic, and tomato paste to create a delicious flavor base. Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, potatoes, and carrots. Pressure cook to perfection, letting the Instant Pot work its magic transforming hardy ingredients into a cohesive, flavorful dish.

Finishing Touches & Serving Your Pot Roast

After cooking, thickening the luscious juices into a rich gravy is easy using the “sauté” mode. A quick stir with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher or a sturdy spoon ensures a smooth, homestyle gravy. To slice and serve, a large bamboo surface like a Bamboo Cutting Board for Kitchen is ideal for catching every savory drip.

Serve your pot roast in generous portions, surrounded by those tender veggies and topped with a spoonful of gravy. For meal prep or leftovers, store in airtight Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep everything fresh.

Nutritional Information & Serving Size

A 3-pound roast with vegetables serves 6 generously, with approximately 480–520 calories per serving depending on the cut of meat and amount of vegetables. It’s a classic, well-balanced meal packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Recipe Recap: Instant Pot Pot Roast—Speedy Comfort, Big Flavor

This Instant Pot Pot Roast brings the best of classic comfort food to your table in just a fraction of the time. Rich, fork-tender beef, robustly flavored vegetables, and a silky gravy make this dish a weeknight hero and special occasion winner alike.

Instructions

1. Generously season the chuck roast with salt and pepper on all sides.
2. Set your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart to “Sauté” mode and add olive oil. When hot, sear the roast on all sides until browned (about 3–4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
3. Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute more.
4. Pour in beef broth, scraping any browned bits off the bottom. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, then return the roast to the pot, nestling it among the vegetables—potatoes, carrots, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves.
5. Seal the lid and cook on “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” for 60 minutes on high pressure. Once done, allow a natural release for 15 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
6. Remove the roast and vegetables to a serving platter. Discard bay leaves and herb stems.
7. Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté.” In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir into the pot juices and simmer until gravy thickens (about 2 minutes), using a Farberware Nylon Masher or wooden spoon for a lump-free result.
8. Slice or shred the roast and arrange with vegetables. Ladle gravy over all, and serve piping hot.

Prep and Cook Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including pressure build/release times)

Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

This Instant Pot pot roast is a deeply satisfying main course, sure to warm up any meal, impress your guests, and quickly become a household favorite.