Want to impress a dinner crowd without spending an arm and a leg? This air fryer chuck roast turns an inexpensive cut of beef into a tender, juicy meal everyone will love!
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When cooked properly, beef roasts can become a star dish that’s great for feeding a crowd.
Whether you need a no fuss recipe for a family dinner or holiday feast, this air fryer chuck roast is always a winner!
An easy oil, Worcestershire, and herb mixture add the perfect amount of flavor to the meat.
After that, just cook the beef until it reaches your desired level of doneness, let it rest, and serve. It’s seriously that easy!
Here’s what I’m going to teach you in this post:
- The best way to make beef chuck roast in the air fryer
- How long to cook chuck roast in the air fryer
- Tips for cooking this recipe to perfection
- What to serve with your tender, tasty beef roast
Chuck roast is one of my go-tos when I’m feeding a lot of people. It’s such an inexpensive cut of beef, but it tastes so incredible when it’s made the right way!
And if you’re lucky enough to have any extra, the leftovers will be just as good the next day!
How to Make Air Fryer Chuck Roast
A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.
STEP ONE: Line the inside of the air fryer with aluminum foil. Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.
STEP TWO: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and Worcestershire sauce. In a second small bowl, combine the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, and pepper.
STEP THREE: Rub the roast first with the sauce mixture, then with the herb mixture, being sure to coat the entire roast.
STEP FOUR: Place the chuck roast in the air fryer basket.
STEP FIVE: Air fry for 15 minutes, then carefully flip the roast. Air fry at 320 degrees F for another 45-60 minutes, depending on the size of the roast until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
STEP SIX: Remove the roast and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes, then slice and serve with your favorite sides.
How Long Does a Chuck Roast Take in the Air Fryer?
This is going to be based on a couple of factors. First, the bigger your roast, the longer it will take to cook.
Second, it depends on your desired level of doneness. And finally, time will always vary a little between air fryer models.
The key is to cook your chuck roast in the air fryer until it reaches between 145 degrees F and 160 degrees F.
You don’t want to go any longer than that, or you could risk overcooking the meat.
Some low-and-slow recipes will tell you to reach a much higher temperature, but with the air fryer, this isn’t necessary.
The air fryer cooks differently than an oven, so we don’t need to get the meat quite as hot to make it tender.
I always recommend using an Instant Read Thermometer, especially for big cuts of meat like a beef roast!
This will help you get the most accurate cooking time without the risk of under or over-cooking.
Tips for Making the Best Beef Chuck Roast in the Air Fryer
- You want to coat the roast as evenly as possible, first with the oil and Worcestershire mixture and then with the herb mixture. This will add the best flavor to the meat!
- Always let meat rest after cooking so it can reabsorb the juices. I recommend resting it for 10 minutes at least, but 20 or 30 minutes would be even better. Just cover it loosely in tin foil, then use that time to whip up some amazing air fryer sides!
- You can use the drippings that collect in the foil to make gravy. For every 2 tablespoons of drippings, add 2 tablespoons of flour or cornstarch and 2 cups of liquid. Stock, water, milk, or cream will all work.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Chuck Roast
- Brussels Sprouts in the Air Fryer
- Easy Air Fryer Ranch Potatoes
- Easy Homemade Garlic Cheese Bread
- Instant Pot Carrots
- Air Fryer Blooming Onion
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Garlic
- Mac and Cheese Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
Are Air Fryers Good for Roasts?
Absolutely! I actually prefer it to using the oven. The convection heating method cooks the meat more efficiently than an oven, which is how you can get a tender roast in so much less time. Plus, it’s just so easy!
Other Air Fryer Recipes You’ll Love:
- Air Fryer Prime Rib
- Air Fryer Sirloin Steak
- Air Fryer Roast Beef
- Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
- Air Fryer Pork Roast
- Air Fryer Hamburgers
- Air Fryer Steak (T-Bone)
- Air Fryer Short Ribs
- Air Fryer Skirt Steak
- Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak
- Air Fryer Baby Back Ribs
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Air Fryer Chuck Roast
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Line the inside of your air fryer with aluminum foil. Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.Â
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and Worcestershire sauce. In a second small bowl, combine the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, and pepper.
- Rub the roast with the olive oil-Worcestershire sauce mixture, then rub the herb mixture over the entire roast. Place the roast in the basket of your air fryer.
- Air fry for 15 minutes, then carefully flip the roast. Air fry at 320 degrees F for another 45-60 minutes, depending on the size of the roast.Â
- Remove, allow to rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
I have been using an air fryer for about a year now, I haven’t been able to develop a crust like the one pictured. Do I need to turn up the heat in my unit or cook it longer. I love my Casori but if I need the one with top and bottom coil I will.
Hi Joe, have you tried making the chuck roast in the air fryer? This recipe cooks for a longer time, which allows you to get that nice crust on it. If it’s still not getting it, I would up the temperature to 400 degrees for the last 5-10 minutes to help it create it!
I have the Cosori Dual Blaze with the two heating coils, but I can also make this in the normal Cosori 5.8QT with the one (as pictured).
In the original recipe, I air fried at 390dg for 15 minutes, then flipped. I then lowered the temp to 320 dg for 30 minutes. med-med well.
Next time, I will air fry at 390 dg for 10 min, then lower temp to 320 dg for 20 minutes to check.
Hi Patricia, The time will vary a bit depending on the weight and thickness of your roast. Sounds like you had a great dinner!