Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes Recipe
A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender beef bites and perfectly seasoned potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce, made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the beef bites generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes). Transfer to your slow cooker.
- Wash and halve the baby potatoes. Place them in the slow cooker around the beef.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and a pinch of Italian seasoning. Pour the sauce over the beef and potatoes.
- Pour beef broth into the slow cooker, ensuring everything is coated evenly.
- Cover and set the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The beef should be tender, and the potatoes should be fork-soft.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
Searing the beef is optional but adds depth of flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. For a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
Keywords: slow cooker, garlic butter, beef bites, potatoes, comfort food, easy dinner, gluten-free