Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Balsamic Chuck Roast, a dish that transforms tender beef into a savory masterpiece. This recipe combines the rich essence of honey and balsamic vinegar, resulting in a mouthwatering experience ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings. Slowly braised until fork-tender, this roast is not only simple to prepare but also perfect for meal prep and freezing. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or vibrant seasonal vegetables for a complete meal that will impress your guests and satisfy every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless chuck roast (excess fat trimmed)
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
- Vegetable or olive oil (for searing)
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
- 3 bay leaves
- 2 cups beef broth
- ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear the roast for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the roast to a 4-quart baking casserole pan.
- Add sliced onions, fresh herbs, and bay leaves around the roast.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the beef broth; stir in balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the liquid over the roast and cover tightly with a lid or foil.
- Braise in the oven for approximately 3.5 hours until very tender.
- Remove from the oven and shred meat using two forks, mixing in juices before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 210 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg