Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes Recipe
Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes turns chuck roast, garlic, butter, broth, and herbs into a rich, hearty family favorite.
Equipment
- 6-quart crockpot (slow cooker)
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
- Small mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Tongs (optional)
Ingredients
For the Beef & Potatoes:
- 900 g 2 lbs beef stew meat or chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 700 g 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (halved if large)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Optional additions:
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes for mild heat
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Beef
- Pat the beef dry with paper towels. This helps develop flavor.
- In a bowl, toss the beef with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and rosemary. Make sure the seasoning coats every piece evenly.
Step 2: Layer the Crockpot
- Add the baby potatoes to the bottom of the crockpot. Spread them out evenly.
- Place the seasoned beef bites on top of the potatoes.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Mixture
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Stir well.
- Pour this mixture evenly over the beef and potatoes.
Step 4: Add the Broth
- Pour the beef broth around the edges of the crockpot. This keeps everything moist while cooking.
Step 5: Slow Cook
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- The beef should be fork-tender and the potatoes soft but not mushy.
Step 6: Finish and Garnish
- Gently stir everything together to coat in the buttery sauce.
- Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy.