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Instant Pot Italian Beef Recipe

A tender chuck roast infused with Italian herbs, garlic, and savory beef broth, delivering restaurant-quality shredded beef in 45 minutes. Perfect for sandwiches, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
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Course: Instant pot
Cuisine: Italian-American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs (680g) chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

Instructions

  • Preheat Instant Pot. Add olive oil, then sear chuck roast for 3 minutes per side
  • Add onion and garlic to pot; sauté 2 minutes
  • Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and tomato paste over roast
  • Pour in beef broth and get 1/2 cup water
  • Close lid, set to 'Beef/Pressure' for 30 minutes (natural release for 15 minutes)
  • Shred meat directly in pot using two forks

Notes

Use gluten-free Italian seasoning if needed
Add 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (omninos) for extra depth
Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 1000mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g