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Chuck Roast Instant Pot

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chuck Roast Instant Pot Delight

This Chuck Roast Instant Pot recipe combines speed with rich flavors for a tender meal, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Natural Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 3 pounds chuck roast Ideal for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Provides flavor kick.
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder Adds aromatic depth.
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme Infuses earthy flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary Adds fragrant notes.
For the Liquid
  • 1 cup beef broth Keeps roast moist.
  • 1 cup red wine Adds richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Brings umami.
For the Veggies
  • 2 carrots cut into pieces Adds sweetness.
  • 3 potatoes cut into smaller pieces Optional, absorbs juices.
  • 1 onion chopped Builds flavor base.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Rub mixture over the chuck roast to enhance flavors.
  2. Set Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Heat olive oil, then sear the roast on each side for 4-5 minutes until browned.
  3. Remove the roast and sauté chopped onion and carrots for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping the bottom to lift browned bits for rich cooking liquid.
  5. Return roast to the pot, add thyme, rosemary, and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes.
  7. Allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining steam.
  8. Check roast for tenderness; if not fork-tender, cook for an additional 10-15 minutes on high pressure.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Always sear the roast for added flavor before pressure cooking. Adjust herbs as desired for personal preference.

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