Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes
Make this easy and delicious slow cooker beef and potato recipe with garlic butter!
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds beef stew meat cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound baby potatoes halved
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Step 1: Sear for Flavor
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef bites and sear until golden brown on all sides, about 2–3 minutes per side. This step locks in the juices and adds a deep savory base to the dish.
Step 2: Build the Slow Cooker Layers
- Place the halved baby potatoes at the bottom of your slow cooker. Layer the seared beef bites on top.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Pour this fragrant sauce evenly over the beef and potatoes.
Step 4: Add the Broth
- Pour in the beef broth to help the flavors meld during cooking.
Step 5: Let It Slow Cook
- Cover the slow cooker and set it on:
- Low for 6–8 hours, or
- High for 3–4 hours
- The beef should be fork-tender and the potatoes perfectly cooked through.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Before serving, give everything a gentle stir. Plate it up and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if you’d like an extra pop of color and freshness.