why make this recipe

This dish is simple and filling. It gives tender beef and soft potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. You can set the slow cooker and come back to a hot meal. It works for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend dinner.

introduction

Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes mixes beef, butter, garlic, and herbs. The slow cooker makes the meat fork-tender. The potatoes soak up the garlic butter. The result is a warm, tasty dish with little hands-on time.

how to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

You sear the beef first for color and flavor. Then you mix melted butter, garlic, and seasonings. Place potatoes and beef in the slow cooker. Pour the garlic butter sauce and a bit of beef broth over them. Cook low and slow until the beef is tender. Let it rest before serving.

Ingredients :

1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces.)
1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking.)
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for the garlic butter sauce.)
3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor.)
1 teaspoon Onion powder (Adds depth to the flavor.)
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (For a smoky flavor.)
0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme (Enhances the aroma.)
0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary (Adds a fragrant touch.)
0.5 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste.)
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (For seasoning.)
0.25 cup Beef broth (To keep the dish moist.)
1 tablespoon Olive oil (For searing the beef.)

Directions :

Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Serve hot from the slow cooker. Spoon the beef, potatoes, and sauce onto plates. Add a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for color. A sprinkle of fresh parsley or a little extra butter on top makes it richer.

how to store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Cool the dish to room temperature within two hours. Place in an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in a pan over low heat or in the microwave. For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Cut beef into even pieces so they cook at the same rate.
Sear the beef well for more flavor.
If potatoes are very small, check them early to avoid overcooking.
Use fresh garlic for the best taste.
Add a splash more beef broth if the sauce seems too thick during cooking.

variation (if any)

Add carrots and onions to the slow cooker for extra vegetables.
Use baby carrots or chopped russet potatoes if you don’t have baby potatoes.
Swap rosemary and thyme for Italian seasoning for a different herb mix.
Make it stove-top: after searing, simmer with broth and butter until tender, about 45–60 minutes.

FAQs

Q: Can I skip searing the beef?
A: Yes, but searing adds flavor and color. The dish will still be tasty without searing.

Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
A: Yes. Stew meat, chuck, or short ribs work well. Adjust cooking time if needed.

Q: Is it okay to use salted butter?
A: You can. Reduce added salt to taste.

Q: Can I make this in an instant pot?
A: Yes. Use the sauté function to sear, then cook on high pressure for about 25–35 minutes, with a natural release.

Q: How do I know when the beef is done?
A: The beef is done when it is fork-tender and easy to pull apart.

Conclusion

For a similar garlic butter take on steak and potatoes, see this version from Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes – The Country Cook. If you want another slow cooker take on this dish, try the recipe at Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites – KJ and Company.

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Author: fouadmossir00gmail-com
Total Time: 375 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Diet: None

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Description

A simple and filling dish featuring tender beef and soft potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed dinners.

Instructions

Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic butter sauce.
In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables. Consider adding additional herbs or vegetables like carrots and onions for variety.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 360 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg