Description
Mouthwatering slow cooker garlic butter beef bites & potatoes blend hearty flavors from classic comfort cooking. Tender meat and creamy potatoes combine in one simple, satisfying meal that delivers rich, savory comfort you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) baby potatoes, halved
Seasonings and Flavorings:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear beef pieces in a hot skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, creating a rich caramelized exterior.
- Carefully transfer browned beef into the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is evenly placed.
- Add whole baby potatoes around and between the beef pieces to maximize flavor absorption.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by whisking melted butter with minced garlic, paprika, onion powder, dried parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the aromatic butter mixture evenly over the beef and potatoes, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and cook on LOW temperature for 6-7 hours, or alternatively on HIGH for 3-4 hours until meat becomes exceptionally tender and potatoes are perfectly soft.
- Once cooking is complete, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the dish for a vibrant finishing touch and additional layer of herbaceous flavor.
- Serve immediately while warm, allowing the rich garlic butter sauce to complement the succulent beef and creamy potatoes.
Notes
- Searing the beef beforehand locks in incredible flavor and creates a beautiful golden-brown exterior that adds depth to the final dish.
- Choose chuck roast or sirloin for maximum tenderness and rich marbling, which helps keep the meat juicy during slow cooking.
- Consider reducing butter by half and replacing with low-sodium broth for a lighter version that still maintains rich taste and moisture.
- Gluten-free and keto dieters can enjoy this recipe without modifications, making it a versatile meal option for various nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 354 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg