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Greek-Style Balsamic & Oregano Chuck Roast (Easy Meal Prep and Freezer-Friendly)

Yield: serves 8

This tender, flavorful chuck roast is slow-cooked with Greek oregano, garlic, and balsamic vinegar for a rich, savory sauce. Roast it once and use it all week in soups, wraps, rice bowls, or stuffed peppers. It’s the perfect base recipe for simple, delicious homemade meals that come together in minutes.

Ingredients

4–5 pounds chuck roast (Costco size works great)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large onion, roughly chopped
4 garlic cloves or more, smashed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 cups beef broth, plus more as needed
2 heaping teaspoons dried Greek oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).

Pat the roast dry and cut it into large cubes or leave it whole and season generously with salt and pepper.

Place the meat into a roasting pan.

Chop the onion and add to the pan.

Combine the balsamic vinegar, garlic, tomato paste and whisk together. Pour over the beef. Season with oregano, cinnamon, bay leaf, and paprika.

Pour enough broth to go halfway up the meat. Cover with parchment and then foil.

Roast for 3–4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing or shredding.

Transfer the beef and pan juices to containers for storage. Keep a bit of the cooking liquid with each portion to lock in flavor and moisture.

Notes

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months in 2-cup portions with some of the cooking liquid.
Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of broth or olive oil until warmed through.

Serving Ideas

Use this Greek-style roast beef to make:
• Greek-Style Beef & Orzo (Youvetsi-Inspired)
• Mediterranean pita wraps with tzatziki and feta
• Beef & Barley Soup
• Greek rice or orzo bowls
• Stuffed peppers or Greek quesadillas

Notes

Choose a well-marbled chuck roast for best flavor and tenderness.
The balsamic vinegar adds richness without overpowering the savory herbs.
For a lighter variation, substitute beef broth with chicken broth.
Add potatoes or carrots to the pot to turn it into a complete one-pan meal.

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Greek-Style Balsamic & Oregano Chuck Roast (Easy Meal Prep and Freezer-Friendly)

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