Description
French Onion Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food, combining succulent beef with sweet caramelized onions in a rich, savory broth. This dish not only fills the kitchen with an inviting aroma but also warms the soul, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors that will leave your loved ones asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a large oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and caramelized, stirring frequently. Add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking.
- Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up the bits stuck to the pot.
- Return the seared roast to the pot, add thyme and bay leaves, then season generously with salt and pepper.
- Cover with a lid or foil and bake for 3-4 hours or until fork-tender.
- Let rest before slicing against the grain, and serve warm with juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg