Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this savory French Onion Pot Roast, a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Tender chuck roast is braised to perfection in a flavorful broth with caramelized onions, creating a melt-in-your-mouth entrée that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Chuck Roast:
- 3–4 pounds chuck roast
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Onion Base:
- 2 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
Liquid and Thickening:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup French onion soup (canned or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Roast: Brown the roast in a Dutch oven. Set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: Cook onions until caramelized, then add garlic and seasonings.
- Add Liquids: Deglaze with beef broth, French onion soup, and balsamic vinegar. Return roast to pot.
- Braise: Cover and braise in the oven for 3 to 3 ½ hours.
- Thicken (Optional): Thicken sauce if desired with flour.
- Serve: Slice or shred roast, spoon sauce over, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread.
- Flavors deepen when made ahead and reheated.
- Variations: Slow cooker and Instant Pot methods are also effective.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
