Description

Treat yourself to the perfect fusion of cozy and classy with this Tender Balsamic Cranberry Beef Roast—a slow-cooked chuck roast that’s fork-tender and infused with tangy balsamic glaze and juicy cranberries. This upgraded comfort food is perfect for holiday dinners, dinner party mains, or a hearty weeknight meal. A perfect blend of easy dinner, holiday roast, family meals, and cozy fall recipes. Get ready to elevate your dinner ideas with this rich and flavor-packed dish.

Ingredients

3–4 lbs chuck roast

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

1 cup beef broth

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons soy sauce

4 cloves minced garlic

1 medium onion, sliced

1 cup carrots (optional, for serving)

salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Pat the roast dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear on all sides in a hot skillet until browned.

2. Place sliced onions and garlic at the bottom of a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Add the seared roast on top.

3. Pour in balsamic vinegar, beef broth, soy sauce, and sprinkle with brown sugar. Add cranberries.

4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours (or in oven at 325°F for 3.5–4 hours) until fork-tender.

5. Serve over mashed potatoes or polenta, spoon sauce over top, and garnish with herbs or extra cranberries if desired.

Notes

Let the beef rest before slicing to keep it juicy and flavorful.

Use frozen cranberries if fresh aren’t in season—they work perfectly in this recipe.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 425
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: easy dinner, beef roast, balsamic, cranberry roast, holiday meal, comfort food, slow cooker roast