Description
French Onion Pot Roast is a soul-soothing dish that combines tender beef chuck roast with sweet caramelized onions, creating a mouthwatering meal perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Experience the rich flavors and delightful aroma that make this recipe an instant classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs Beef Chuck Roast
- 4 large Yellow Onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
- 1 tsp Fresh Thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 4 Garlic Cloves, smashed
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep: Gather ingredients and slice onions.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Cook Onions: Remove the roast, add onions and garlic to the pot, and sauté until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Combine: Return the roast to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
- Slow Cook: Cover and transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C). Cook for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves, slice or shred the roast, and serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg