Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes are my idea of weeknight happiness. Tender little bites of beef, buttery potatoes, and a garlicky sauce you will absolutely want to scoop up with bread. The best part, this cozy dinner takes just 15 minutes of prep, then your slow cooker takes over.
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I made a test batch of these Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes on a random Tuesday when everyone was “starving” at 4:30. I threw everything in the slow cooker at lunch, and by dinner the house smelled like a fancy steakhouse, but I was still in leggings and a messy bun. The kids were dunking their potatoes in the sauce, my husband went back for seconds, and I mentally added this to our regular rotation.
If you love recipes that taste like you fussed but secretly did almost nothing, this one is for you.
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Garlic Butter Beef Bites And Potatoes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours on Low or 3 to 4 hours on High
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Approx. Calories: 400 per serving
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, plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup beef broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Crusty bread for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the beef and potatoes. Pat the beef dry and cut into bite size pieces. Halve the baby potatoes so they cook evenly.
- Optional: Parboil the potatoes. If you like softer potatoes, boil them for 4 to 5 minutes, then drain.
- Sear the beef. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Make the garlic butter mixture. In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Build the slow cooker. Add the potatoes to the slow cooker with the beef. Pour the garlic butter mixture over everything. Add the beef broth.
- Cook. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are soft.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a little more salt and pepper if needed. Let sit uncovered for 5 minutes so the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve warm with parsley on top and bread on the side.
Notes And Variations
Use chuck roast, stew meat, or sirloin. Skip very lean cuts because they can dry out.
Add heat with ¼ teaspoon cayenne or red pepper flakes.
Add veggies like carrots or green beans during the last 2 hours.
Use Yukon gold potatoes cut into chunks if you do not have baby potatoes.
Cook on the stovetop for 1 ½ to 2 hours at a gentle simmer if you need it faster.
FAQs
Yes. Use boneless chicken thighs cut into chunks. Cook on Low for about 4 hours or on High for 2 to 3 hours. Chicken cooks faster, so check early.
Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth.
Yes. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Sweet potatoes, cauliflower florets, parsnips, or turnips. If using cauliflower, add it during the last 1 to 2 hours so it does not get mushy.
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From My Kitchen to Yours
Garlic Butter Beef Bites and Potatoes is one of those comfort recipes that fits into real life. It tastes like you cooked all day, but the slow cooker quietly does the work for you. The beef turns tender, the potatoes soak up that buttery garlic sauce, and dinner feels special even on a busy weeknight.
If you make this, let me know how your crew liked it and what you served on the side. I love hearing those little wins from your kitchen.
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Description
A hearty and comforting dish featuring tender beef bites and flavorful baby potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat - cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound Baby potatoes - halved for even cooking
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter - melted
- 3 cloves Garlic - minced
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt - or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil - for searing
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
- Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
- In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley or a sprinkle of parmesan for added flavor.
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