Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes: The Ultimate Set-and-Forget Comfort Meal

There’s nothing quite like coming home to the mouthwatering aroma of tender beef and garlic-infused potatoes! This slow cooker recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Imagine butter-tender beef bites that melt in your mouth, paired with perfectly seasoned potatoes that have soaked up all the gorgeous flavors from the cooking process. This recipe gives you maximum flavor with minimum fuss!

Ingredients

For the Beef

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Potatoes

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Beef

  1. Season beef cubes generously with salt and pepper
  2. Heat a large skillet over high heat
  3. Sear beef in batches until browned on all sides
  4. Transfer to slow cooker

Layer the Flavors

  1. Place halved potatoes around the beef in the slow cooker
  2. Combine minced garlic, butter, herbs, and Worcestershire sauce
  3. Pour mixture evenly over beef and potatoes
  4. Add paprika over the potatoes

Slow Cook to Perfection

  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours
  2. Stir once halfway through if possible
  3. Check beef for tenderness – it should easily break apart

Pro Tips

  • Choose marbled beef for the most tender results
  • Don’t skip the searing step – it adds crucial flavor
  • Use similar-sized potato pieces for even cooking
  • Add mushrooms in the last hour for extra umami

Serving Suggestions

  • Fresh chopped parsley
  • Crusty bread for sauce-soaking
  • Simple green salad
  • Steamed vegetables

Troubleshooting Tips

  • If sauce is too thin, remove lid for last 30 minutes
  • For extra garlic flavor, add fresh minced garlic in the last hour
  • If beef isn’t tender enough, cook for additional 30-minute intervals

Storage and Reheating

  • Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Reheat gently in microwave or stovetop
  • Add a splash of beef broth when reheating if needed

A Personal Note

This recipe has saved many busy weeknights in my household! There’s something magical about how the slow cooker transforms these simple ingredients into such a satisfying meal. The garlic butter sauce is absolutely divine – don’t forget some bread to soak it up!

Would love to see your versions of this dish – tag me in your photos! Happy slow cooking! 🥩🥔