French Onion Pot Roast
French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting dish that combines succulent beef with the rich flavors of caramelized onions and aromatic herbs. This hearty meal is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, offering an impressive presentation that will leave your guests raving. With effortless preparation, this pot roast allows you to enjoy quality time with loved ones while it slowly cooks to tender perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 3 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the roast on all sides until browned.
- Add sliced onions to the skillet, cooking them over medium heat until soft and golden brown (about 15 minutes). Stir occasionally.
- Add minced garlic and fresh thyme to the onions; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Simmer until reduced by half.
- Transfer the roast and onion mixture into a slow cooker, adding beef broth. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the roast is fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg