Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes
Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes delivers tender, juicy beef cubes and perfectly cooked baby potatoes infused with rich garlic butter and fresh herbs. This comforting, savory dish requires minimal prep and slow cooks to melt-in-your-mouth perfection, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) / 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Beef
- 1.5 pounds tender chuck or sirloin beef bites, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (small red or yellow), rinsed
- 4–5 fresh garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary or thyme, roughly chopped
Other Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into chunks
- 1 cup beef broth (regular or low-sodium)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Trim any excess fat from the beef bites and rinse the baby potatoes. Peel and finely mince the garlic to maximize its flavor infusion during cooking.
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef bites on all sides until browned, locking in juices and building a savory crust that enhances the slow cooker flavors.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Place the seared beef, whole baby potatoes, minced garlic, butter chunks, and fresh herbs into the slow cooker. Pour in beef broth, season with salt and pepper, then gently stir to combine.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, allowing beef to become tender and potatoes to absorb the garlic butter sauce.
- Final Touches: Once cooking is complete, gently toss the mixture to coat everything evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
Notes
- Choose well-marbled beef for juicy, tender bites.
- Do not skip searing the beef—it adds rich flavor layers.
- Use fresh garlic rather than powdered for the best aroma and taste.
- Pick uniformly sized baby potatoes to ensure even cooking without mushiness.
- Check liquid levels during cooking; add more broth if needed to keep the dish moist.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
- To add spice, include crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Vegetable additions like carrots, mushrooms, or green beans work well.
- Swap herbs as desired (oregano, parsley, basil).
- For dairy-free version, replace butter with vegan margarine or coconut oil.
- Leftovers store refrigerated up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water to maintain moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: slow cooker, beef bites, garlic butter, potatoes, comfort food, gluten free, easy dinner, crockpot recipe