Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites
A hands-off, cozy, and protein-packed dish where bite-sized beef and potatoes are cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce using a slow cooker, resulting in fork-tender flavors without fuss.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef, cut into bite-sized pieces (chuck, stew meat, or sirloin work well)
- 4 cups potatoes, cubed (Yukon gold or russet)
- 1/2 cup butter (use unsalted if you prefer control over sodium)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1½ tsp jarred if short on time)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika adds depth)
- 1 tablespoon dried herbs (thyme or rosemary; oregano also works)
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the beef and cubed potatoes into the slow cooker. Toss to distribute evenly.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant — about 30 to 60 seconds.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, paprika, and dried herbs until combined. Remove from heat.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes. Use a spatula to coax the sauce down between pieces.
- Add the beef broth to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine everything.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- If using high, check after 4 hours but expect less tender meat.
- Serve warm. Spoon sauce over the bites and potatoes and enjoy.
Notes
For peace of mind, meat should reach a safe temperature. Always reheat leftovers until steaming and check for off-odors or sliminess before eating. Browning the beef before adding to the slow cooker for deeper flavor is optional but recommended.