French Onion Pot Roast is classic flavors of french onion soup are transformed to a succulent, fall-apart beef roast. The flavors are rich and wonderful as the onions caramelize. The beef is fall apart tender. It's comfort food at its finest!
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In my house, it's always comfort food season. There is always time for rich flavors and warm aromas that just make the house smell amazing and fill those hungry bellies with soul warming flavor. This French Onion Pot Roast is fall-apart tender and is so simple that you'll add it to your rotation again and again no matter what time of year.
For this French onion pot roast recipe, we are not only going to make it easy, but we are also going to make this in the instant pot. Comfort food, but quick!
Make this wonderfully flavorful recipe on busy weeknights when you need something on the table in very little time, with very little effort. Adults and kids alike love it. Serve it atop creamy mashed potatoes, simple buttered noodles, or even some lovely
Tips, Tricks, and Variations
- Pull the roast out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you want to use another cut of roast, feel free. Something like an arm roast or round would would also work.
- If you don't want to use wine, just use the same amount in more beef broth.
Slow Cooker Instructions
This French Onion Pot Roast would be a wonderful slow cooker recipe. You can simply add all of the ingredients and cook on high 5-6 hours or on low for 7-8 hours. The end result will be amazing and your house is going to smell incredible.
I do recommend searing the pot roast before you put it in the slow cooker, but don't let this stress you out. It'll turn out fantastic if you don't feel like adding this step!
Dutch Oven Instructions
This roast and a dutch oven are wonderful friends. You'll basically follow the same instructions as the instant pot. Start the recipe on the stove top, on medium-high heat and sear away. After you have added the roast back into the pot, simply put it in the oven. Let the pot roast cook at 250° for 6-8 hours or until the beef is fall apart tender.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the French onion pot roast recipe gluten-free?
This recipe is gluten-free! I don't use flour or other thickening agents so no need to make any adjustments for this dietary concern!
Is this pot roast recipe dairy-free?
The pot roast recipe itself is dairy-free. I do serve this with cheesy gruyere toasts at the end, but you can definitely leave that out!
Serving Ideas
The ways to serve your new favorite comfort meal are endless. From using creamy mashed potatoes to simple buttered noodles as base, you cannot go wrong! Just don't forget to drizzle with that sauce!
Think:
- Over mashed potatoes
- On top of mashed cauliflower
- On buttered noodles
- Alongside roasted vegetables
- Spooned into your favorite hoagie or sandwich roll
- Tossed with your favorite pasta
- Eaten straight out of the pot. Just like me.
French Onion Pot Roast Recipe
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- kosher salt and black pepper enough to coat before searing
- 3 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 1 ¼ cup dry white wine I used chardonnay
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoon dried mushroom powder
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 3-4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Heavily salt and pepper the roast. Sear on the high sauté function until both sides are browned.
- Remove the roast. Add the tomato paste, stirring constantly until it becomes a deep red color.
- Add the sliced onions, stirring to coat with the tomato paste.
- Deglaze with the white wine. Make sure you scrap up all the bits at the bottom of the pot. You don't want to leave any flavor behind! Cook this until the liquid has reduced by about half.
- Add the mushroom powder, thyme, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine these ingredients.
- Return the roast to the instant pot. Add the broth and bay leaves. Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 90 minutes.
- After the 90 minutes, carefully, depressurize the instant pot (you can do the rapid release or let it release on its own). Remove the roast and shred.
- Enjoy!
Cheesy Gruyere Toasts
- French onion soup always comes with cheesy gruyere toasts. It's one of the best parts! Simply slice your favorite baguette or french loaf, pile high with grated gruyere, and broil until the cheese is bubbly. Dip these in the lovely juices and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Storage and Reheating Instructions
- This recipe will stay good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, do so on low heat in the microwave in small increments. Keep covered with a damp paper towel.
- The leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Thank you!
I am so incredibly happy that you are here! I hope you try my French Onion Pot Roast recipe and fall in love with it. If you make this recipe, please share and tag me on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok!
Happy Cooking!
-Rufus
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