Description
Garlic butter beef bites & potatoes bring hearty comfort straight from your slow cooker, delivering rich flavors that melt together perfectly. Savory meat and tender potatoes create a simple yet satisfying meal perfect for hungry families seeking delicious weeknight dining.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
Vegetables and Potatoes:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby potatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) beef broth
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat and gently caramelize the beef bites until they develop a rich, golden-brown exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per side to enhance flavor and texture.
- Create a luxurious garlic butter infusion by whisking together melted butter with finely minced garlic, aromatic thyme, fragrant rosemary, smoky paprika, pungent onion powder, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper.
- Strategically arrange halved baby potatoes across the bottom of the slow cooker, creating an even foundation. Generously cascade half of the garlic butter mixture over the potatoes, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Carefully position the seared beef bites atop the potato layer, allowing them to nestle comfortably. Drizzle the remaining garlic butter sauce, ensuring each morsel is thoroughly coated with the flavorful blend.
- Pour beef broth around the ingredients, providing moisture and creating a rich braising liquid that will enhance the overall depth of flavor.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and allow the ingredients to gently simmer. On low temperature, cook for 6-7 hours; alternatively, use high temperature for 3-4 hours until the beef becomes exceptionally tender and potatoes reach perfect doneness.
- Delicately fold the ingredients to distribute the aromatic sauce evenly, ensuring each potato and beef bite is luxuriously coated.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding a vibrant touch of color and herbaceous brightness. Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot.
Notes
- Searing the beef before slow cooking is optional but highly recommended to lock in flavor and create a delicious caramelized exterior.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like oregano or basil to customize the taste profile of the dish.
- Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture, as they hold their shape during slow cooking and absorb the garlic butter sauce beautifully.
- For a lighter version, substitute half the butter with olive oil or use a dairy-free butter alternative to make the recipe more diet-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg