Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot Recipe

Tender, melt-in-your-mouth pot roast infused with the rich, tangy flavor of balsamic vinegar and aromatic rosemary. This slow cooker recipe is incredibly easy and delivers restaurant-quality results! Serve with your favorite sides like creamy mashed potatoes or perfectly cooked egg noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 505 mins

Calories 70.7 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot

Beef Round Steak
Olive Oil
1 large onion, chopped
Baby Carrots
Garlic Cloves
Beef Broth
Low Sodium Beef Bouillon Granules
Balsamic Vinegar
Dried Rosemary
Diced Tomato
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

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How to Make Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot

In a large, heavy skillet, sear a 3-4 lb beef chuck roast in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until browned on all sides.
Transfer the seared beef to your slow cooker.
Scatter 1 large onion (chopped), 2 carrots (chopped), and 4 cloves garlic (minced) around the beef.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups beef broth, 1 beef bouillon cube (dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water), ½ cup balsamic vinegar, and 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped).
Pour the broth mixture evenly over the beef.
Top with 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes.
Season generously with black pepper.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
When cooking time is complete, carefully remove the beef with tongs and place it on a serving platter to rest.
Using a slotted spoon, scoop out the onions and carrots and arrange them around the roast on the platter.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Turn the slow cooker to high. Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the cooking juices in the slow cooker. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Slice the beef against the grain and serve it with the delicious balsamic-infused gravy and your choice of sides.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot?

Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot takes about 525 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 505 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot?

Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot has approximately 70.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Balsamic Pot Roast Crock Pot are Beef Round Steak, Olive Oil, Onion, Baby Carrots, Garlic Cloves, Beef Broth. See the full list with measurements above.