Description
Comforting French Onion Pot Roast is the ultimate cozy meal that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with sweet, caramelized onions and savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish requires only 15 minutes of prep time and delivers unforgettable flavors that will warm your soul. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the rich gravy. It’s an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep, ensuring delicious leftovers throughout the week. With its aromatic blend of ingredients and effortless cooking method, this pot roast will quickly become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
- 3 lb boneless chuck roast
- 3 lbs yellow onions (about 8 medium)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine or beef stock
- 2 1/2 cups beef stock
- Maple syrup or brown sugar
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear in a skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides.
- Sauté onions in the same skillet until caramelized, then add garlic for the last minute.
- Transfer the roast to a slow cooker or Dutch oven; top with onions and sprinkle with maple syrup and flour.
- Pour in red wine (or beef stock) and additional beef stock until nearly covering the roast; add herbs.
- Slow cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 195 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg