Description
This Instant Pot Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal loaded with tender chunks of beef, rustic vegetables, and a savory, rich broth. Perfect for cold nights or busy weeknights when you want a home-cooked classic with minimal effort.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds chuck roast, cut into chunks
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Instructions
1. Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Heat olive oil and sear the beef chunks in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Deglaze the pot with a bit of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
4. Return the beef to the pot. Add carrots, potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Stir everything to combine.
5. Close the lid. Cook on “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” for 35 minutes. Let it naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick release the rest.
6. Discard the bay leaf. If a thicker stew is desired, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir it into the pot and cook on “Sauté” until thickened.
7. Stir in the frozen peas. Let them warm through with the residual heat. Serve hot.
Notes
Searing the beef in batches ensures each piece browns nicely without steaming.
Don’t skip deglazing the pot—it enhances flavor and prevents the burn notice.
For a thicker stew, use more potatoes or allow the stew to sit uncovered on “Sauté” for a few minutes after thickening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 860
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 34
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: beef stew, instant pot, pressure cooker, comfort food