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Instant Pot Pot Roast (with the BEST gravy!) Recipe

Instant Pot Pot Roast (with the BEST gravy!) Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Instant Pot
  • Method: Pressure Cooking

Description

This Instant Pot Pot Roast is a comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home. The tender beef, flavorful vegetables, and rich gravy make this a family favorite.


Ingredients

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Seasoning Mix:

  • 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (such as Lawry’s)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Roast:

  • 3 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1lb chunks
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 1/2 lb Creamer potatoes (or baby potatoes), whole
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into thick slices
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup (or honey)
  • 2 tablespoons corn starch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Season the Roast: Combine seasoning mix and sprinkle over roast.
  2. Sear the Roast: Sear roast in Instant Pot.
  3. Cook Aromatics: Cook onion and garlic in the pot.
  4. Deglaze: Add broth, vinegar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up brown bits.
  5. Pressure Cook: Cook the roast under pressure.
  6. Cook Vegetables: Add potatoes and carrots, then cook under pressure.
  7. Shred Beef: Shred the beef while vegetables cook.
  8. Thicken Gravy: Stir in ketchup and cornstarch mixture into gravy.
  9. Finish and Serve: Thicken the gravy and serve with roast and vegetables.

Notes

  • Added sauteed onion and garlic for more flavor.
  • Increased broth, vinegar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce for more gravy.
  • Added ketchup for brightness and sweetness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 450
  • Sugar: Approximately 5g
  • Sodium: Approximately 600mg
  • Fat: Approximately 20g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 25g
  • Fiber: Approximately 3g
  • Protein: Approximately 35g
  • Cholesterol: Approximately 100mg