Instant Pot Pot Roast is simply the easiest, tastiest way to prepare pot roast. Made with carrots and potatoes, this tender, flavorful Pot Roast Dinner is a family favorite. Show
I grew up with family dinners every Sunday at my grandparent's house. And my papa was known for his Slow Cooker Pot Roast. It cooked for hours and hours and while delicious, it was not a FAST recipe. I have taken his famous pot roast recipe and made it Instant Pot friendly. This method for cooking a pot roast in the instant pot is every bit as delicious as the classic recipe but takes a fraction of the time. Why You will Love this Recipe
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How To Make Instant Pot Pot RoastStep One: Sear RoastSearing the meat will help to seal in the juices of the roast and add a bit of texture to the final product. While you technically don't have to sear the meat, if you have a few extra minutes, it is worth the extra step to sear your chuck roast before pressure cooking.
Step Two: Deglaze Inner PotAnytime you sear ANYTHING in the inner pot, it is crucial to scrape up any browned bits off the bottom of the inner pot. This will allow pressure to build appropriately and prevent a burn notice from occurring. Once the pot is deglazed, you can add the ingredients to pressure cook the chuck roast.
Step Three: Pressure CookChuck roast needs to be cooked on high pressure for 20 minutes per pound. It is also crucial you let the pressure release naturally for at least 10 minutes after pressure cooking, as this will help ensure the roast stays super tender and does not seize up.
Step Four: Rest MeatAnytime you cook beef, it is a good idea to let the meat rest after cooking. This allows the juices to redistribute through the beef, ensuring every bite is juicy and flavorful.
Step Five: Cook VegetablesFor a complete meal, potatoes and carrots always pair perfectly with a tender pot roast. However, I do not recommend cooking small potato chunks or baby carrots the entire time you cook your pot roast, as your vegetables will turn to mush. Instead, it is best to cook your potatoes and carrots AFTER the roast has cooked, when the meat is resting.
How to Make GravyWhile I find that this Instant Pot Pot Roast is so flavorful and so juicy, there is no need for gravy, you certainly can prepare gravy using the remaining cooking liquid. And you can do this right inside your Instant Pot! Yay for one-pot meals!
Instant Pot Frozen Pot RoastYou can easily prepare a pot roast using a frozen chuck roast when cooking in the Instant Pot. Unlike slow cookers, the Instant Pot will get hot enough in a short amount of time to safely cook frozen meat.
Storing LeftoversStore any leftover pot roast with the leftover cooking liquid in a sealed container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. The liquid will help keep the meat from drying out. Leftover potatoes and carrots can be stored with the leftover meat as well. More Instant Pot Comfort Food Recipes
If you enjoyed this easy recipe for Instant Pot Pot Roast, please be sure to leave a comment and review below! Instant Pot Pot RoastA tender beef pot roast made in the pressure cooker with perfectly cooked potatoes and carrots. 4.86 from 404 votes Print Pin RateCourse: Main Course Cuisine: American Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Pressure Build-Up and Release: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes Servings: 10 Calories: 366kcal Author: Kristen Chidsey Ingredients
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Cook ModePrevents your screen from going dark while preparing the recipe. InstructionsPot Roast Directions
Adding Carrots and Vegetables
Frozen Pot Roast Directions
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NotesLeftovers: Store leftovers in a sealed container with the cooking liquid in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container.Searing the Roast: It is NOT necessary to sear the pot roast before cooking, but I do find it helps to add texture and flavor. Horseradish: Use prepared horseradish, not horseradish sauce. Gluten-Free Gravy: Alternatively, after the roast and vegetables are cooked, strain the cooking liquid from the inner pot and then return the inner pot to the instant pot. Add 2 cups of the strained liquid back to the inner pot and turn the Instant Pot to saute. Let the mixture come to a bubble. Whisk together ¼ cup cornstarch with ¼ cup water until dissolved, and then whisk that mixture into the heated broth. Whisk constantly and let cook until thickened. NutritionCalories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 603mg | Potassium: 1351mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 7595IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 7.7mg Liked this Recipe? Tag me Today!Snap a picture and tag #amindfullmom on Instagram - I would love to see! This recipe remains essentially the same as when originally published in 2018, yet the steps were simplified in 2020 for cooking the carrots and potatoes making it easier to follow and the photos were updated in 2022. How long does a frozen roast take in a pressure cooker?For a frozen pot roast, skip searing the roast. Instead, pour the beef broth into the inner pot and stir in the salt, pepper, and onion powder. Add the frozen roast to the inner pot and top with garlic and horseradish. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes per pound with a 10-20 minute natural pressure release.
Can you cook frozen meat in a pressure cooker?You can safely cook frozen meat in an Instant Pot because pressure cooking cooks foods quickly. Unlike a slow cooker, in which frozen food may stay in a dangerous temperature range for too long, the Instant Pot can quickly bring frozen food to a safe temperature.
How long does it take a roast to cook from frozen?Cover and bake for 3-4 hours or until the internal temperature in the center reaches 145 F for medium cook or 160 F for well done. Take out and let it sit for 15 minutes before slicing.
Can you cook a frozen roast without thawing?This is the simplest, easiest ways to make a pot roast ever. No lost time thawing a large piece of meat. Just toss the frozen chuck roast in, add your veggies, broth, and seasoning, and set your crockpot timer.
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