Slow Cooker Beef Recipes: Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes -

Slow Cooker Beef Recipes: Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes is the perfect one-pot meal that delivers rich flavors with minimal prep. Tender beef bites and golden potatoes slow-cook in a garlic butter sauce infused with herbs, creating a dish that tastes like it came from a top-tier restaurant—all from the comfort of your kitchen!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 480

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Bites

2 lbs beef chuck roast or sirloin cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp olive oil for searing, optional

For the Potatoes

1.5 lbs baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes halved or quartered if large
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
6 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary or 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Optional Garnishes

2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese

Method

1: Prepare the Beef

Season the Beef: Pat the beef bites dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Optional Sear: For enhanced flavor, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef bites in batches, browning each side for 1-2 minutes. This step is optional but adds depth to the dish.

2: Prepare the Potatoes

Toss the halved or quartered potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. This ensures they are evenly seasoned and ready to absorb the garlic butter sauce.

3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.

4: Assemble in the Slow Cooker

Place the seasoned potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Layer the seasoned beef bites on top of the potatoes.
Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the beef and potatoes, ensuring everything is well coated.

5: Cook

Cover the slow cooker with the lid.
For low heat: Cook for 6-8 hours.
For high heat: Cook for 3-4 hours.
Check the beef and potatoes for tenderness before serving. Both should be fork-tender and infused with the garlic butter flavor.

6: Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish for a pop of freshness.
Optional: Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for extra richness.
Serve warm, straight from the slow cooker, with crusty bread or a green salad on the side.

Notes

Add vegetables like carrots or green beans for more color and nutrition.
For a thicker sauce, transfer the liquid to a saucepan, add 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water, and simmer until thickened.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1.5 cups Calories: 480 Sugar: 2g Fat: 28g Carbohydrates: 26g Fiber: 4g Protein: 30g