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
I’ve been making this since I saw the recipe. We love it!! So simple and so delicious!!
Thanks, Judith. So glad you love it.
Hi! Can this be done in the oven?
Alexandra, you can cook this in the oven if you want. I would add more liquid if cooking this recipe in the oven. I would also cover it to keep as much of the moisture in the dish as possible. Hope you enjoy!
My apologies if I missed this in the notes, but do you have any suggestions on how to make this in the oven at a low temperature? I’m just not a fan of crock pots. Thoughts on what temp and for how long? Looks delicious! Thanks!
Tammy, my Pot Roast recipe gives instructions for cooking in a Dutch oven, slow cooker or oven. These instructions should help you find your cooking time for the Balsamic Roast Beef based on the size of your roast.I would add more liquid if cooking this recipe in the oven. I hope this helps.
I have been making this recipe for years, and it’s always a hit. In fact, I actually won a cooking contest with it!
Congratulations on the win, Jessica!
Hi, Do you season the meat beforehand?
No, Jose, you just put the roast in the slow cooker, then pour the other ingredients over it. Just follow the instructions in the recipe. Hope you enjoy!
This will most definitey be in my crockpot next week. Sounds delish!
I hope you enjoy it, Jayne. We love it at our house.
I have used this recipe so many times for beef AND chicken over the years and it’s so so so so so good!! I use the related broth. Sometimes I use brown sugar instead of honey. Sometimes I add rosemary. It’s delicious every time, especially over mashed potatoes. If you need a meal that is easy and fast to put together, but looks fancy and elegant, this is it. I love doing roasted parmesan and cream onions as a side. Also perfect for sandwiches. Thank you so much!
Thanks so much, Jane! I love the sides you serve with this, too.
This is my first recipe review and I am completely impressed! The flavor was exquisite and the leftovers were absolutely fabulous as a French dip.! I followed your recipe to the T !!! All I can say is thank you I will definitely be making this again and my husband thanks you as well..
Thank you, Niki. I am thrilled you and your husband loved this recipe.
What would be the cooking time if using an instapot?
Jackie, this is my Instant Pot Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe. I hope you enjoy!
I make a creamier version of this alot. Looking forward to trying this version tonight.
I’m using espresso balsalmic vinegar. My roast is only 2.5 lbs but plenty for my young kids my husband and myself.
Planning to serve it as a sandwich with and shoestring fries ♡
Thanks for the inspiration
Hope everyone enjoys, Samantha!
Yes, this came out great. I’m making it again. I had/have a small roast. Four hours is plenty of time. Has anyone added carrots?
Stacey, if you are wanting to add carrots or other ingredients to this recipe, you may be interested in my Classic Pot Roast Recipe.