Melt-in-Your-Mouth Tender & Flavorful Savory Instant Pot Beef Chuck

This Tender & Flavorful Savory Instant Pot Beef Chuck is a comforting and quick dinner option that delivers melt-in-your-mouth beef in under two hours.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Natural Release Time 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Fresh or frozen, adjust cooking time if using frozen.

For Searing

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with vegetable oil.

For the Aromatics

1 medium Onion Yellow, white, or red onions work.
4 cloves Garlic Minced garlic for best flavor.

For the Vegetables

3 medium Carrots Can swap with parsnips.
4 medium Potatoes Sweet potatoes can be used as an alternative.

For Flavor

2 leaves Bay Leaves Both dried and fresh work.
1 teaspoon Thyme Substitute fresh thyme with one-third the amount of dried.
2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be an alternative.
2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter option.

Equipment

Instant Pot

Method

Preparation

Sear the Meat: Begin by using the sauté function on your Instant Pot to brown the beef chuck on all sides, about 4 minutes per side.
Sauté the Aromatics: Remove the beef. Add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Layer with Veggies: Place the beef back into the pot with chopped carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and enough beef broth to cover.
Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set your Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 60 minutes.
Natural Release: When cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 15 minutes before opening.
Serve It Up: Remove the beef, let it rest a few minutes before slicing and serve over mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

Sprinkle with fresh herbs for added color and flavor!