Description
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes recipe is a melt-in-your-mouth, one-pot meal bursting with rich flavors. Tender beef bites slow-cooked in a garlic butter sauce alongside perfectly seasoned baby potatoes make for an easy and hearty dinner. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
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- Cut the beef stew meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the baby potatoes for even cooking.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Sear the Beef (Optional for More Flavor)
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Sear the beef bites for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
- Mix the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble in the Slow Cooker
- Place baby potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the beef bites on top.
- Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over everything.
- Add the beef broth for moisture.
- Slow Cook
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are soft.
- Serve & Enjoy
- Stir everything together before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Searing the beef enhances flavor but can be skipped if you’re short on time.
- Adjust the seasonings to your taste—add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- For extra richness, drizzle a little more melted butter before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.
- Reheat in the microwave, oven, or stovetop with a splash of beef broth for moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (on LOW) / 3-4 hours (on HIGH)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American