Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe
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Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe – So simple and delicious, you’ll definitely want left overs of this balsamic roast beef recipe for all those scrumptious leftover meals!
Okay, this. This needs to be on your menu immediately. No kidding.
By now, you’ve probably noticed that I really love my slow cooker. I also really, really love simple roast beef recipes. And when you marry the two you get the easiest slow cooker roast beef recipes you could ever imagine.
I fall in love with them more every single time I make them. But this. This balsamic roast beef recipe really has become a family favorite.
If you love chuck roast recipes that are different from the one you’ve made week in and week out and love the ease of slow cooker and crock pot recipes, then I think this is one slow cooker beef recipe that you are truly going to love, too!
Full of flavor, but not in a way that is overpowering by any means, my balsamic roast beef recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a slow Sunday supper.
And the leftovers? You definitely want to have leftovers of this roast beef – or do like I’ve done in the past and cook two just to be sure that you do!
I’m all about simple recipes that I know will be loved when I serve them. When they are routinely requested for supper, I know I’ve done something right. And this recipe falls into that category.
This is one of the few recipes on the blog that I also share in my cookbook and is one that many of you have loved as well.
One of the things I love most about this recipe is that my balsamic roast beef recipe doesn’t require any browning of your beef before adding to your slow cooker or anything of that nature.
How to Make the Best Balsamic Beef
You simply add your roast beef to the slow cooker, mix and pour in all of your liquid ingredients, toss in your garlic and turn on your slow cooker. How easy is that?
After it has cooked, remove your roast beef with tongs into a serving dish. I then like to just use two forks to break the meat that hasn’t already fallen apart into pieces. It is so tender, it practically falls part! Then, I spoon some of the gravy over the meat and serve.
But, be sure to pour the remaining gravy into an airtight container and place in your refrigerator to use for another meal – like these Balsamic French Dip Sandwiches!
Here’s the recipe for my Balsamic Roast Beef. I can not wait to hear how you like this one!
Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (3-4 pound) boneless roast beef (chuck or round roast)
- 1 cup beef stock or broth
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
Instructions
- Place roast beef into the insert of your slow cooker. In a 2-cup measuring cup, mix together all remaining ingredients. Pour over roast beef and set the timer for your slow cooker. (4 hours on High or 6-8 hours on Low)
- Once roast beef has cooked, remove from slow cooker with tongs into a serving dish. Break apart lightly with two forks and then ladle about 1/4 – 1/2 cup of gravy over roast beef.
- Store remaining gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for another use.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Enjoy!
Robyn xo
This is in the crock pot now for dinner tonight. Very excited to get home and try it!
I hope you enjoy it, Chrissy!
This was so delicious! More enjoyable than standard pot roast by all means. I served with creamy horseradish sauce, so deliteful
Thank you for sharing this! Will make again!
Do you recommend searing the chuck roast on all sides before putting it in the slow cooker?
Hi Allison,
I skip searing the roast and just add it right on into my slow cooker. Of course, you can if you prefer.
Thanks!! We loved it!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Heather! xo
Hi
I just found your recipe
I am going to try it for Sunday dinner tomorrow
Caro
I am not a cook..by any means..I found this while looking for a recipe for dog treats! How do you serve this, like barbecue? It looks like a barbecue recipe I make in the crock pot. Or do you serve it like a regular meat entee? It soundsgood , does it half well..freeze well? (Single!)
Yikes. I can only assume this comment is a joke, or generated by some automatic blog commenting bot.
Amy, you could do hot au jus beef sandwiches on buns or a pot roast dinner with mashed potatoes and veggies. I would say anything goes, even use as taco meat!
This came out wonderful. I actually added some dark brown sugar and some onions. Absolutely mouth watering. BTW I cooked it on low for about 8 hours. Meat just fell apart without barely shredding it. Cheers!
How long do you cook in the oven and at what temperature?
Thanks so much for this – I made it last night and happened to have all the ingredients on hand. I think next time I would add some onions, otherwise it was delicious and my husband loved it – and with very little effort on my part.
Does the entire piece of beef need to be covered by the liquid? Sorry if already asked and answered!
Hi Kara,
It doesn’t have to be entirely covered. I hope you enjoy it!
I don’t have a slow cooker. How do I do this in an oven. Is the beef broth necessary in the oven?