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
You had me at “balsamic” and you were right! I did a 4 pound chuck roast, (I am embarrassed to say I forgot about starting it, so did it on the stovetop for about 2 hours), and it was fantastic! I did reduce the sauce and we used it to dip our sandwiches in…OMG to die for! Even better than just a plain au jus. We had French Dips-like sandwiches from this, then I bagged and froze the rest to use in so many things! Chili, Minestrone, even Fajitas! What a wonderful recipe. I am so glad you posted this. Thank you! YUM
What can i use to replace the sauce since i don’t have Worcestershire sauce?
TaNesha, you can add a little more of the soy sauce.
What sides do you normally serve with this?
Some sides I serve with the roast beef are mashed potatoes, green beans, other vegetable dishes, and salads.
I LOVE this recipe! It is simple and delicious every time. I serve it with mushroom risotto and roasted carrots. Always a hit!!!
I am about to make this. The recipe does not mention searing the meat beforehand, but the picture looks as if the meat was seared.
What do you all recommend?
Caroline, I don’t sear my meat before adding to the slow cooker. Hope you enjoy this recipe
Agreed. Did your roast come out of your slow cooker browned and crisp on the edges? I’ve never had that happen. Did you broil it after?
I don’t broil the meat afterward, Laura. This is the way it comes out of my slow cooker.
Girlfriend. This is Culinary Chris. After a couple of hacks I made this Recipe. I added 1/4 cup sugar free maple syrup and tbl. Spoon lemon pepper. Your recipes rock. I cook to instructions and put a old man twist on them.
This is wonderful! I’ve been eating my way through this for lunch every day at work and everyone who comes into my office remarks on how good it smells! This is definitely my go-to recipe.
Thanks, Lindy!
I was prepared to throw this piece of meat away when I came across this recipe. The cut of meat i had was a beef chuck arm roast. I had never even heard of this cut of meat. I had 1.5lbs and it was not even completely thawed. But, I put it the crock pot anyway and halved the other ingredients (because I had a much smaller cut). I cooked it on in my slow cooker for 8 hours and served it as sandwiches on Ciabbata bread, some thin provolone cheese and a small yellow caramelized onion. It was super tender and the au jus was delicious. Thank you for this recipe …It is definitely a do over.
Thanks, Sissy. I’m glad you saved your beef with this recipe. Your sandwiches sound awesome! Thanks.
Can this be adaptable to an Instant Pot?
Julie, try my Instant Pot Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe. Hope you enjoy!
Trying this today….I have a 3lbs pot roast. Should I double the gravy recipe?
This recipe is for a 3 to 4 pound roast, Chrysa. Just follow the recipe.
Just made Balsamic Roast for my family and it is SO delicious. I’ve never written a comment and I stopped mid-meal to write this one. We put the meat on buns sloppy joe style with a gravy like reduction of sauce. Meat is so tender and juicy can’t wait to make it for the in laws! Thank you so much! Mmmmmm
Thank you for taking the time to write this, Keri-Lyn. I love this just the way you made it on the buns. Hope your in-laws love it, too.