Savory French Onion Pot Roast
Savory French Onion Pot Roast is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender beef and the rich flavors of caramelized onions for a dish that warms both heart and soul. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. As it cooks slowly, the beef becomes fork-tender, and the savory onion mixture creates a delicious gravy that’s perfect for soaking into mashed potatoes or crusty bread. Whether enjoyed fresh or as leftovers, the taste only gets better over time, making this pot roast a quintessential choice for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the roast with salt and pepper.
- Sear the roast on all sides until browned (4-5 minutes per side) and then set aside.
- In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until caramelized (15-20 minutes). Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in beef broth and balsamic vinegar, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the roast to the pot, top with thyme and rosemary, bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven.
- Cook for 3-4 hours until meat is fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg