This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes recipe is a comforting, hands-off meal that combines tender beef bites, soft potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce. All cooked together in the slow cooker for a delicious, easy dinner with minimal prep!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Tender & Flavorful – Beef bites are cooked low and slow, resulting in juicy, tender meat.
- Garlic Butter Goodness – The rich garlic butter sauce makes this dish irresistibly flavorful.
- One-Pot Meal – Everything cooks together in the slow cooker, making cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Beef and Potatoes:
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved (or regular potatoes, cut into chunks)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or beef broth)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
Start by cutting the beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces if not pre-cut. Halve the baby potatoes (or cut regular potatoes into chunks). Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, chicken broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until combined.
Step 3: Assemble in the Slow Cooker
Place the beef cubes, potatoes, onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and toss everything to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. If you prefer a thicker sauce, uncover the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce slightly.
Step 5: Serve
Once done, give the dish a final stir and sprinkle with fresh parsley (if desired) for a touch of color and freshness. Serve hot, either on its own or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with a side salad for added freshness.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side of green beans for a complete meal.
- For an extra indulgent touch, top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Add Veggies – You can add other vegetables like carrots, peas, or corn to the slow cooker for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Beef Options – If you prefer, you can use chuck roast or ribeye for a richer beef flavor, just make sure to cut the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Spicy Kick – Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a few slices of jalapeños for some heat.
- Make It Creamy – For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream or cream cheese towards the end of cooking.
Final Thoughts
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes is a one-pot wonder that brings together tender beef and savory potatoes in a rich, garlicky sauce. It’s a perfect meal for busy days when you want something hearty and flavorful with minimal effort. Enjoy this delicious, comforting dish with your family or friends!
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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes Recipe
Description
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes recipe is a comforting, hands-off meal that combines tender beef bites, soft potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce. All cooked together in the slow cooker for a delicious, easy dinner with minimal prep!
Ingredients
For the Beef and Potatoes:
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat or sirloin, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved (or regular potatoes, cut into chunks)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or beef broth)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Start by cutting the beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces if not pre-cut. Halve the baby potatoes (or cut regular potatoes into chunks). Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, chicken broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until combined.
Place the beef cubes, potatoes, onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and toss everything to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. If you prefer a thicker sauce, uncover the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce slightly.
Notes
- Add Veggies – You can add other vegetables like carrots, peas, or corn to the slow cooker for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Beef Options – If you prefer, you can use chuck roast or ribeye for a richer beef flavor, just make sure to cut the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Spicy Kick – Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a few slices of jalapeños for some heat.
- Make It Creamy – For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream or cream cheese towards the end of cooking.