Instant Pot Roast With Gravy checks all of my comfort food boxes. You start by searing a beef chuck roast right in the pot for a rich, browned crust that lays the foundation for flavor. A heavy sprinkle of salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic salt, and seasoned salt makes sure that every bite of beef tastes fully seasoned. The onions, carrots, beef broth, and a packet of beefy onion soup mix that is the base for the gravy.

Instant Pot Roast With Gravy

The roast cooks on high pressure for about 65 minutes, then sits for a natural release so the juices can settle back into the meat. That’s how you get that tender, pull-apart texture without drying things out. Once the roast and vegetables come out, the cooking liquid stays behind in the pot. A quick cornstarch slurry turns that liquid into a silky pan gravy that you can spoon over the roast, mashed potatoes, or bread.

This meal feels like it took all day, but most of the time is hands-off. The Instant Pot keeps the temperature steady, the pressure tenderizes the meat, and you get to focus on setting the table or getting your sides ready. It’s a great “set it and forget it” style roast that still gives you scratch-made flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• True Comfort Food – Classic pot roast flavor with tender beef, soft carrots, and rich gravy.
• Pressure Cooker Convenience – All the slow-cooked taste in around an hour of cook time.
• Big Flavor Gravy – The cooking liquid turns into a deep, beefy gravy with just a quick slurry.
• Flexible Roast Method – Tough roast? No problem. Another short pressure cycle can fix it.
• Family-Friendly Meal – Works with mashed potatoes, bread, and all your favorite cozy sides.

Try our Traeger Pot Roast, too!

Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Canola Or Avocado Oil – High-heat oils that work well for searing the roast right in the pot without smoking too quickly.
• Salt, Pepper, Onion Powder, Garlic Salt, Seasoned Salt – A bold seasoning combo that gives the roast a flavorful crust and seasons the cooking liquid for the gravy.
• Beef Shoulder Chuck Roast – Well-marbled cut that breaks down beautifully under pressure and turns tender and shreddable.
• Onion – Sliced and cooked with the roast, adding sweetness and depth to the broth and gravy.
• Carrots – Cook alongside the roast, soaking up flavor and acting as a built-in side.
• Beef Broth – Provides the main liquid for pressure cooking and becomes the backbone of the gravy.
• Beefy Onion Soup Mix – Boosts the savory, oniony flavor and gives the gravy that “roast dinner” punch with almost no effort.
• Cornstarch – Thickens the cooking liquid into a smooth gravy without changing the flavor.
• Cold Water – Used to mix with cornstarch into a slurry so it blends easily into the hot liquid.

Serve with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes!

How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Brown The Roast – Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté on high and add the oil. Season the chuck roast generously with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic salt, and seasoned salt. Sear the roast on one side for about 5–6 minutes until well browned.
2. Flip And Sear The Other Side – Carefully flip the roast and brown the second side for another 5–6 minutes. This step builds flavor for both the meat and the gravy.
3. Add Vegetables And Broth – Add sliced onion, peeled carrots, the beefy onion soup mix, and beef broth to the pot. Stir to dissolve the soup mix into the broth, then close the lid, set to high pressure, and cook for 65 minutes.
4. Natural Release And Remove The Roast – Let the pressure naturally release for 15–20 minutes before venting. Remove the lid, take out the roast, onions, and carrots, and place them on a platter. Cover with foil to keep warm.
5. Make The Gravy – Turn the Instant Pot back to Sauté on high and bring the remaining liquid to a simmer. Stir together cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Whisk in about half, let it thicken, then add more if you want a thicker gravy. Serve the roast and vegetables with plenty of gravy over potatoes, bread, or rice.

Have some Boursin Mashed Potatoes!

Recipe FAQ

Have some Grilled Carrots!

Serve This With

• Buttered Egg Noodles
• Focaccia Bread
• Salad with Caesar Vinaigrette

Instant Pot Roast With Gravy gives you that classic, slow-cooked comfort in a fraction of the time. The beef turns tender, the vegetables soak up flavor, and the gravy ties everything together into a warm, satisfying meal. Keep this one close for chilly evenings, family dinners, or any time you want roast night without spending all day in the kitchen.