Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes are a hearty, comforting meal that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly tender beef bites every time. The cozy, garlic-buttery aroma will fill your home and make your family beg for this recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce for another hearty meal and Indulge in these Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls with Candied Bacon for dessert.
Why This Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Tender beef bites in a rich garlic butter sauce
- Potatoes cooked to perfection with the beef
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the slow cooker
- A comforting, hearty meal ready in just 8 hours
What You'll Need for Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 8 cloves garlic
- 1 onion
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Beef stew meat: Cut into bite-sized pieces if needed.
- Baby potatoes: Halve or quarter larger potatoes.
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How to Make Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
- Step 1: Season beef bites with salt, pepper, and paprika. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef bites until browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add diced onion and cook until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up any browned bits from the skillet.
- Step 3: Place potatoes in the slow cooker. Top with seared beef bites. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes. Sprinkle with thyme.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
- : For even more flavor, brown the beef and onions in the slow cooker liner on the stove before transferring to the slow cooker.
- Common mistake and fix: To prevent dry beef bites, avoid overcooking. Check the beef for doneness at the 7-hour mark. If needed, cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- : For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving.
Storing & Reheating Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Freezing Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Freeze cooked beef bites and potatoes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pot meal, cook egg noodles in the slow cooker with the beef and potatoes for the last 20-25 minutes of cooking.
- Best substitution: Substitute beef stew meat with pork shoulder or chicken thighs for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the beef and potatoes, then store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the beef is still tough after 8 hours, cook for an additional 1-2 hours, or until tender.
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Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
Seasonings
- 8 cloves garlic
- 1 onion
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Season beef bites with salt, pepper, and paprika. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef bites until browned on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add diced onion and cook until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up any browned bits from the skillet.
- Step 3: Place potatoes in the slow cooker. Top with seared beef bites. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes. Sprinkle with thyme.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pot meal, cook egg noodles in the slow cooker with the beef and potatoes for the last 20-25 minutes of cooking.
- Best substitution: Substitute beef stew meat with pork shoulder or chicken thighs for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the beef and potatoes, then store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the beef is still tough after 8 hours, cook for an additional 1-2 hours, or until tender.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked beef bites and potatoes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Cholesterol: 130mg
- Sat. Fat: 13g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes FAQs
Yes, prepare the beef and potatoes, then store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
To prevent dry beef bites, avoid overcooking. Check the beef for doneness at the 7-hour mark. If needed, cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Yes, cook at 325°F (165°C) for 2-2.5 hours, or until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
Serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad for a complete meal.
Yes, freeze cooked beef bites and potatoes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
