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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes is a simple, yet incredibly flavorful meal that is perfect for busy days or when you're looking for a comforting dish to enjoy with minimal effort. The tender beef bites are slow-cooked with garlic, butter, and herbs, infusing the meat with rich, savory flavors. The potatoes cook alongside the beef, soaking up the delicious juices, resulting in a one-pot meal that's both hearty and satisfying. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can come home to a warm, ready meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat or beef chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes halved or quartered
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Ingredients:
  • Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  • Season the Beef:
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef stew meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the beef to coat it evenly with the seasonings.
  • Prepare the Slow Cooker:
  • Add the halved potatoes and chopped onion to the bottom of the slow cooker. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Spread them out in an even layer.
  • Add the Beef:
  • Place the seasoned beef on top of the potatoes in the slow cooker.
  • Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
  • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, beef broth, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine and pour the garlic butter sauce over the beef and potatoes.
  • Cook:
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are soft.
  • Serve:
  • Once done, garnish the dish with fresh parsley. Serve the beef bites and potatoes hot, either as a main dish or with a side of steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • You can use different cuts of beef like chuck roast or sirloin if you prefer.
  • If you want to add some vegetables, carrots or green beans would pair well with this dish.
  • For a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the sauce to reduce.