Description
French Onion Pot Roast is a comforting classic perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and flavorful dish features tender chuck roast slow-cooked with caramelized onions, aromatic thyme, and a splash of red wine. Gather your loved ones around the table as you enjoy this hearty meal, served with crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy Sunday dinners, this recipe promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb chuck roast
- 4 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 baguette or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Slice onions thinly and gather all ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast on all sides until browned (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown (about 20 minutes).
- Pour in red wine and simmer for 5 minutes, scraping up any brown bits from the pan.
- Transfer roast to a Dutch oven or slow cooker. Top with caramelized onions, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour wine-broth mixture over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg