French Onion Pot Roast
French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting dish that brings together tender chuck roast, sweet caramelized onions, and rich beef broth. This savory masterpiece envelops you with warmth and flavor, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread, this delightful meal is sure to impress and satisfy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until golden brown. Remove from pot.
- 3. In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- 4. Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaves; cook for another minute.
- 5. Return the seared roast to the pot and pour in beef broth until it covers half of the meat.
- 6. Cover and bake for about three hours or until the meat is fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with red wine after searing the meat. - Add root vegetables like carrots or potatoes for a complete meal. - Customize seasoning by adding rosemary or shallots.