Instant Pot Roast Recipes

Introduction

Instant Pot Roast recipes transform hearty, classic comfort food into a fast, approachable weeknight meal with astonishingly tender and flavorful results. By harnessing pressure cooking, you get melt-in-your-mouth beef, deeply savory vegetables, and a luscious gravy in a fraction of the time it takes to make a traditional roast—all with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or satisfying meal preps, this Instant Pot Roast recipe is guaranteed to impress a hungry crowd and makes even weekday meals feel special.

The Key to a Perfect Instant Pot Roast

What sets Instant Pot roast apart is its ability to infuse every bite with rich, slow-cooked flavor in under two hours. The pressure locks in moisture, so even budget cuts of beef become juicy and fork-tender. Plus, you get all-in-one cooking—sautéing, braising, and simmering right in your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart—making cleanup a breeze.

The combination of fresh aromatics, chunky root veggies, and a well-seasoned beef roast results in nostalgic home-cooked taste with modern-day ease.

Essential Preparation for Your Instant Pot Roast

To pack in the most flavor, start by slicing onions, potatoes, and carrots uniformly. A precise tool like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper ensures even cuts, which helps your veggies cook perfectly and look beautiful in your final presentation.

Next, sear your roast directly in the Instant Pot using the sauté function. A golden-brown crust intensifies flavor and builds the foundation for a crave-worthy gravy. Add beef broth, garlic, herbs, and a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce for extra depth.

Step-by-Step: Cooking and Assembling Your Instant Pot Roast

After building up flavor, layer in your vegetables and secure the lid. Set the pot to pressure cook for a tender beef roast in a fraction of the usual roasting time. Once finished, use a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen or a sturdy fork to shred or slice the roast—perfect for serving in neat portions or rustic hunks.

Don’t forget to check meat doneness for safety and optimal tenderness; the ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking offers quick, accurate readings.

Once the beef and veggies are plated, use the leftover cooking liquid to whip up a luscious sauce or gravy directly in the Instant Pot. Drizzle it generously over each serving for irresistible moisture and savory flavor.

Serving, Storing, and Enjoying Your Instant Pot Roast

Serve your roast hot, accompanied by crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. For easy leftovers, portion them into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup)—perfect for hassle-free lunches or meal planning.

This meal is as good for cozy family suppers as it is for meal prepping in advance, maintaining its comforting quality reheated for days.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe typically serves 6–8 people. Each hearty portion (1/8 of the recipe) contains approximately 380–450 calories, depending on the cut of beef, quantity of root vegetables, and gravy prep. It’s loaded with protein, potassium, and dietary fiber for a balanced and filling meal.

Classic Instant Pot Roast (Recap)

The Instant Pot Roast recipe is an ideal combination of flavorsome, fork-tender beef and perfectly cooked vegetables—all achieved in a fraction of the time. Its simplicity and crowd-pleasing results make it a repeat favorite for all occasions.

Instructions

1. Set your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart to the sauté function and add olive oil. Pat the beef roast dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Add onions and garlic to the pot; sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary.
4. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce (or red wine). Return the roast to the pot. Place carrots and potatoes evenly around the meat. Secure the lid and set to ‘Pressure Cook’ on high for 60 minutes.
5. When finished, allow pressure to release naturally for 10–15 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
6. Remove the roast and vegetables. For extra convenience, shred the beef using the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen.
7. Turn the Instant Pot to sauté. Make a slurry by mixing cornstarch with ¼ cup water and stir into the cooking liquids. Simmer until thickened to create gravy.
8. Serve roast sliced or shredded, surrounded by veggies and topped with rich gravy.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Enjoy a homestyle Instant Pot roast that’s both fast and unforgettable—bringing all the heart of tradition to your table with the convenience of modern pressure cooking!