Here’s a rich, comforting, and keto-friendly French Onion Pot Roast that’s packed with deep caramelized onion flavor and melt-in-your-mouth beef! 🥩🧅🧀
Servings: 6 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 3-4 hrs | Total Time: 4+ hrs
Ingredients:
- 3-4 lbs chuck roast 🥩
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced 🧅
- 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (adds depth, optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter 🧈
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese (for topping) 🧀
Instructions:
1️⃣ Sear the Roast:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Season the roast with salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and paprika.
- Sear on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Caramelize the Onions:
- In the same pot, melt butter and add the sliced onions.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown (about 20-25 minutes).
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3️⃣ Slow Cook:
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, and beef broth.
- Return the roast to the pot, cover, and simmer on low for 3-4 hours until tender (or cook in a slow cooker on LOW for 6-8 hours).
4️⃣ Finish & Serve:
- Once the roast is fork-tender, shred slightly and top with Gruyère cheese.
- Broil for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
Serving Ideas:
✅ Pair with cauliflower mash or roasted Brussels sprouts.
✅ Serve with keto-friendly dinner rolls for dipping in the rich broth.
✅ Add a side of buttery green beans for a classic touch.
Would you like a keto dessert idea to go with this? 😊
