Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

These Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes are rich, buttery, and packed with savory garlic flavor. Tender chunks of beef and baby potatoes slowly cook in a flavorful herb butter sauce, making this hearty one-pot dinner perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes is an easy, comforting crockpot meal featuring tender beef, buttery potatoes, and rich garlic herb flavors. It's the perfect one-pot dinner for busy families, Sunday suppers, or meal prepping delicious leftovers.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Calories: 560

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2½ pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1½-inch cubes
• 1½ pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes halved
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter sliced
• 6 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method

 

1. Season the beef cubes with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and thyme.
2. Place the halved baby potatoes into the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Add the seasoned beef over the potatoes.
4. Scatter the minced garlic over the beef.
5. Top with the butter slices.
6. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
7. Drizzle with the olive oil.
8. Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
9. Gently stir everything together.
10. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

• Chuck roast is the best cut because it becomes incredibly tender.
• Keep the beef cubes fairly large so they don’t fall apart.
• Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape well during slow cooking.
• Taste the broth before serving and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Spoon the buttery cooking juices over the beef when serving.

Variations

• Add carrots during the last 3 hours of cooking.
• Stir in mushrooms during the final hour.
• Add green beans during the last 30 minutes.
• Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the finished dish.
• Add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with crusty bread.
• Pair with a simple green salad.
• Enjoy with roasted asparagus.
• Serve alongside steamed broccoli.
• Spoon the garlic butter sauce over mashed potatoes.

Tips

• Brown the beef before slow cooking for extra flavor.
• Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
• Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for the richest flavor.
• Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.
• Freeze cooled leftovers for up to 3 months.
• Reheat gently with a splash of beef broth if needed.

Prep Time, Cook Time, and Total Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 8 hours

Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

Servings

Serves: 6

Nutrition Information (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 560
• Protein: 41g
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Fat: 34g
• Sodium: 640mg

FAQs

What is the best cut of beef for this recipe?

Beef chuck roast is ideal because it becomes tender and flavorful after several hours of slow cooking.

Do I need to brown the beef first?

No, but browning the beef before adding it to the slow cooker creates a deeper, richer flavor.

Can I use larger potatoes?

Yes. Simply cut them into evenly sized chunks so they cook at the same rate as the beef.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat gently before serving.

Can I freeze Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes?

Absolutely. Cool completely, then freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

What can I serve with Garlic Butter Beef Bites?

This meal is filling on its own, but it’s also delicious with dinner rolls, roasted vegetables, green beans, or a crisp side salad.