Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites Potatoes
A hearty, hands-off meal featuring tender beef, creamy potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy nights and cozy family dinners.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Measuring Spoons
- Skillet (optional)
- Tongs or Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat cut into bite-sized pieces (swap with chicken or pork)
- 1 lb baby Yukon gold potatoes halved (swap with sweet potatoes or carrots)
- 4 cloves garlic minced (swap with 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 0.5 cup butter swap with olive oil for dairy-free
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Cut beef into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Optional: Sear beef in a skillet until browned for extra flavor.
- Place potatoes in the slow cooker, then add beef on top.
- Melt butter and stir in minced garlic. Pour mixture over beef and potatoes.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or grated cheese.
Notes
Variations: Add jalapeños for heat, swap potatoes for cauliflower (low-carb), or stir in rosemary for herb flavor.
Storage: Refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze for 3 months.
Storage: Refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze for 3 months.
