Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes recipe is a simple and delicious comfort food dish perfect for busy weeknights or weekends. Tender beef bites, creamy garlic butter, and soft potatoes cook together effortlessly in a slow cooker, offering rich flavor with minimal prep. Serve this hearty one-pot meal for an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner the whole family will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6–8 hours (depending on slow cooker setting)
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs (680 g) beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 1/2 lbs (680 g) baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup beef broth
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
structions:
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Prepare the beef: Season the beef bites with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef in batches until browned. Transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
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Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and add to the slow cooker.
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Prepare the potatoes: Toss the potatoes with melted butter, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the potatoes to the slow cooker on top of the beef.
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Cook the dish: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
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Finish and garnish: Stir gently to combine the beef and potatoes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
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Variations: Add vegetables like carrots or green beans for extra nutrition. For a cheesy twist, top with shredded Parmesan or cheddar. Make it spicy with a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
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Dairy-Free Option: Substitute butter with olive oil or a dairy-free butter alternative.
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Freezing: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
