Name: Slow Cooker Balsamic Beef Roast Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3–4 lb beef chuck roast; 1 cup beef broth; 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos; 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 onion, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced

Description

Tender, flavorful balsamic beef slow-cooked to perfection, ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. This easy recipe combines a savory blend of balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and spices to create a rich and comforting main dish that requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

Beef Roast

3–4 lb beef chuck roast

Liquid Mixture

1 cup beef broth
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Seasonings

1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Vegetables

1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced

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Instructions

Prepare the Base: Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a flavorful base for the roast to sit on while cooking.
Season the Beef: Rub the beef chuck roast evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme to ensure the meat is well-seasoned.
Layer the Roast: Place the seasoned beef roast directly on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker.
Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), brown sugar (or honey), and Worcestershire sauce until fully combined.
Add the Sauce: Pour the liquid mixture evenly over the beef roast, allowing the flavors to distribute during cooking.
Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 4 to 5 hours until the beef is tender and easy to shred.
Serve: Once cooked, shred or slice the beef and return it to the slow cooker juices to soak up the rich flavors before serving.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan and simmer on the stovetop until reduced to desired consistency.
Add carrots or potatoes to the slow cooker along with the beef for a complete one-pot meal.
Leftover balsamic beef roast freezes well, making for easy future meals.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American