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Slow Cooker Honey Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Honey Balsamic Roast Beef is a tender, flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of beef chuck roast with a savory-sweet honey balsamic sauce. Perfectly slow-cooked to fall-apart tenderness, this recipe is ideal for a hearty meal served as a sandwich filling or alongside rice and potatoes. The sauce, thickened on the stovetop, enhances the roast with layers of tangy balsamic vinegar, sweet honey, and aromatic herbs and spices, creating a comforting and satisfying dish.

  • Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Beef Roast

  • 3-4 lbs. beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 1 (14.5 oz.) can 50% less sodium beef broth (approx. 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons dried minced onions
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon (powder, base, or 3 crushed cubes)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper (plus more to taste after cooking)
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Roast: Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large cast-iron skillet. Using two forks or tongs to hold the roast, sear it on all sides until it is nicely browned, ensuring to lock in the juices and add rich flavor.
  2. Slow Cook the Roast: Transfer the seared beef chuck roast to the slow cooker. Pour all the remaining ingredients (beef broth, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, minced onions, beef bouillon, garlic powder, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, pepper, red pepper flakes, liquid smoke, and bay leaf) over the roast. Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
  3. Thicken the Sauce: Remove the cooked roast to a cutting board. Pour the remaining slow cooker liquid into a large saucepan or skillet with sides (avoid small saucepans). Simmer the liquid for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens significantly. Be alert towards the end as it thickens quickly.
  4. Shred and Combine: Meanwhile, shred the roast beef using forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir in the desired amount of the thickened sauce to ensure juicy, flavorful meat.
  5. Serve: Serve the honey balsamic roast beef as a hearty sandwich filling or alongside your favorite side dishes like rice or potatoes for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • For best results, use a cast-iron skillet to properly sear the beef.
  • If thicker sauce is preferred, continue to simmer the sauce until desired consistency is reached.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control the heat level according to your preference.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3-4 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • This recipe works well with other cuts suitable for slow cooking, such as brisket or rump roast.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/slow-cooker-honey-balsamic-roast-beef-recipe-2/