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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes is a rich, comforting dish with tender beef bites and perfectly seasoned potatoes, slow-cooked in a flavorful garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy days with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
  2. Season the Beef: In a bowl, mix the beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried thyme.
  3. Sear the Beef (Optional): For extra flavor, sear the beef in a hot skillet with a little butter until browned on all sides.
  4. Layer in the Slow Cooker: Add the potatoes to the bottom of the slow cooker, then layer the seasoned beef bites on top.
  5. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt butter and mix it with minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and beef broth.
  6. Pour and Cook: Pour the garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes. 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.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Stir everything together, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for some heat.
  • Vegetable Boost: Include carrots, mushrooms, or bell peppers for added nutrition and flavor.
  • Creamy Version: Stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of sour cream at the end for a creamy texture.
  • Low-Carb Option: Substitute potatoes with cauliflower florets or radishes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker beef, garlic butter beef, beef bites recipe, crockpot beef and potatoes, easy slow cooker meals

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