Description
Air Fryer Pot Roast is a flavorful, tender chuck roast with a beautifully crisp exterior, prepared quickly using an air fryer. This comforting and easy-to-make dinner features perfectly cooked roast surrounded by baby potatoes, carrots, and onions, offering a wholesome family meal with minimal prep and cleanup.
Ingredients
Meat
- 2 to 2.5 pounds chuck roast
Seasonings & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme
Vegetables
- 1 cup baby potatoes, halved
- 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
- 1 small onion, quartered
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and a crisp exterior on the roast.
- Prepare the Roast: Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Rub the entire surface with olive oil to help the seasoning adhere and promote browning.
- Season the Roast: In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried rosemary or thyme. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over all sides of the roast for full flavor coverage.
- Start Cooking the Roast: Place the seasoned roast in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F for 20 minutes, flipping the roast halfway through to brown both sides evenly.
- Add Vegetables: Arrange the baby potatoes, carrots, and quartered onion around the roast inside the basket for cooking together.
- Continue Cooking: Reduce the air fryer temperature to 350°F (177°C) and cook for an additional 25 to 35 minutes, or until the roast reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for medium doneness.
- Rest the Roast: Remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy meat.
- Serve: Slice the roast thinly against the grain and serve with the cooked vegetables for a delicious, comforting family meal.
Notes
- Slice the roast against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Adding a splash of beef broth to the air fryer basket can increase moisture and flavor.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of the roast; use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
