Cook's Notes:You can substitute white button mushrooms for the baby bella if desired. Skip the searing step if desired. Feel free to slice the roast instead of shredding it. Let rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing. Jump to Recipe This easy Instant Pot Chuck Roast recipe produces tender and juicy pieces of beef with a rich and flavorful broth. This melt-in-your-mouth roast requires no browning, which cuts down on the prep time significantly. It is a very simple and naturally gluten-free beef recipe, yet the few ingredients needed impart incredible flavor. I’ve made this recipe several times on days when I just don’t have the energy to babysit a recipe in the kitchen. My family, who raves about this beef pot roast every time I make it, finally said, “You need to share this recipe on the blog!” I don’t know why it never occurred to me to do so, but I’m glad they finally convinced me. Best cut of beef for pot roastChuck roast is cut from the shoulder just above the short rib. It’s a tougher piece of meat, but has significant connective tissue marbling. When you cook the chuck roast low and slow, the tissues soften and become tender. Because chuck roasts are tougher, they are often cheaper pieces of meat. Not to mention, chuck roasts are easily found in most grocery stores nation-wide. You might be able to use a beef brisket or beef bottom roast using this recipe, I just haven’t personally tried it myself. Either may need a few more minutes of cooking to achieve the same super-tender consistency. No browning required for Instant Pot chuck roastMany beef roast recipes call for you to brown your roast in a hot pan with a bit of oil prior to cooking it. I have been making beef roasts for years (in the oven, Instant Pot, etc.) and I personally haven’t experienced any boost in flavor from browning. To me, it’s a waste of time (but that’s just my personal opinion!). If you would like to brown your gluten-free pot roast ahead of time, by all means, please do so. You can do it directly in the Instant Pot, using the Saute button/function. Instant Pot vs. Crock PotI think chuck roasts are especially easy to cook in the Instant Pot. Unlike a crock pot that often allows too much moisture to escape through the lid, the Instant Pot locks in the juices of whatever meat you’re cooking. I’m not saying don’t use a crock pot or slow cooker, but I definitely prefer the Instant Pot to a Crock Pot. Natural release locks in those Instant Pot chuck roast juices!When cooking meat in the Instant Pot, one important tip is to use natural release vs. the quick release method. Natural release is when you allow the Instant Pot to come down from pressure naturally. Now, it does take additional time to do this (28-30 minutes for this recipe), but natural release essentially lets the cooked meat rest, which ensures the chuck roast stays juicy. Quick release is when you switch the pressure valve to vent, which prematurely releases the pressure from the Instant Pot. If you are in a hurry, try to give the Instant Pot at least 15 minutes of natural release before letting out the rest of the pressure manually. Make it a complete mealI normally serve this Instant Pot Pot Roast with caramelized onions and mushrooms, and Dairy-Free Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes. If you were looking to lighten up your meal, try my Garlic Mashed Cauliflower in lieu of the potatoes. Pressure cooker pot roast cooking juices are GOLDSpoon some of the delicious leftover cooking juices on the cooked beef after you place it in a serving dish. This keeps the beef moist and also adds flavor. In addition, you can serve the remaining juices in a gravy boat. My kiddos and husband like to pour the juice over the top of their mashed potatoes, veggies, etc. – whatever else I’m serving with the beef. Trust me, it’s drool-worthy! Use this chuck roast recipe to make lip-smacking Instant Pot French DipI love me some gluten-free French dip sandwiches! This recipe is perfect for them because the broth leftover from cooking is wonderfully rich. I use my Gluten-Free Hamburger Buns or my Artisan Gluten-Free Bread for our sandwich bread. Simply add some cheese (if you tolerate it), and some mushrooms and/or onions. Mmmm-mmm-mmm… my mouth is watering just thinking about it! Substitutions for this Instant Pot Chuck Roast recipe
How to make Instant Pot Chuck Roast:
Can I use a frozen chuck roastI don’t recommending using a frozen chuck roast in this recipe, for a few different reasons.
Other gluten-free beef recipes we love:Bottom Round Roast from Allergy Free Alaska I hope your family loves this Instant Pot Pot Roast as much as my family does! Ingredients
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NotesFor roasts that are between 2-3 lbs., 110 mins at high pressure is the amount of cooking time I would recommend. Did you make this recipe? If so, please come back and leave an honest review or comment with your thoughts! We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. How long does chuck steak take to cook?Cook 2-3 pounds of chuck steak for about 1.5 hours, until completely tender to the fork. Check the internal temperature with a thermometer to ensure it's reached at least 135 degrees before removing and serving.
How long to pressure cook meat in Instant Pot?Cook for 20 minutes (per pound of meat) at high pressure for large chunks and 15 minutes (per pound of meat) for small chunks. Use a quick pressure release method.
How long does beef need to cook in Instant Pot?Cooking Time. Can you overcook steak in Instant Pot?Can You Overcook Steak in the Instant Pot? Yes, it is entirely possible to overcook steak when using an electric pressure cooker! And once you've cooked out the moisture, there's no way to add it back in.
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