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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes (LOW) or 4 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes recipe offers tender stew beef and baby potatoes simmered low and slow in a savory garlic butter sauce enriched with Worcestershire sauce and smoked paprika. Perfect for an effortless, comforting meal that melds rich flavors with hearty ingredients, it’s ideal for a hands-off dinner with minimal prep and maximum taste.

Ingredients

Scale

Beef and Potatoes

  • 1.5 lbs stew beef (chuck or round)
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (scrubbed clean; halve larger ones)

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium if preferred)
  • ½ cup salted butter (melted)
  • 6 garlic cloves (minced, or 1.5 tsp garlic powder as substitute)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme (or rosemary as alternative)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Layer the Potatoes: Place the baby potatoes in the bottom of your slow cooker. Lightly sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper to season the potatoes evenly.
  2. Season the Beef: In a large bowl, toss the stew beef with smoked paprika, dried thyme, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until all pieces are thoroughly coated.
  3. Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Scatter the seasoned beef evenly over the layer of potatoes in the slow cooker. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Pour this garlic butter mixture evenly over the beef and potatoes.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours, or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours. Avoid stirring during cooking to keep potatoes intact and prevent mushiness.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: When cooking is complete, gently stir the beef and potatoes to coat them in the flavorful garlic butter sauce. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley. For a delightful touch, enjoy with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Notes

  • Halve larger baby potatoes for even cooking; smaller potatoes can remain whole.
  • Worcestershire sauce adds essential savory depth balancing the butter’s richness.
  • If the sauce is too thin after cooking, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water, stir into the slow cooker, and cook on HIGH for an additional 15 minutes to thicken.
  • Prep ingredients the night before and refrigerate for easy morning assembly.
  • For frozen beef, thaw fully before cooking to avoid excess liquid diluting the sauce.
  • You can add vegetables like carrots, green beans, or mushrooms in the last hour; avoid watery vegetables early to prevent sogginess.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on stovetop or microwave.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7-8 hours (LOW) or 4-5 hours (HIGH)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker beef recipe, garlic butter beef bites, beef and potatoes slow cooker, easy beef dinner, hearty slow cooker meals

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