Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes (Print Version)
How to make succulent Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes in a rich, savory sauce that's perfect for effortless weeknight dinners.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 80 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Main Course
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2.5-3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
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3 cups beef broth
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Flavor Builders
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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3 tablespoons cornstarch
→ Seasonings & Herbs
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1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Garnish
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Brown the beef cubes in olive oil until a lovely crust forms, then remove. Sauté chopped onion until softened, then add minced garlic to fragrant perfection. This builds the flavor foundation.
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Place seared beef, sautéed aromatics, and quartered potatoes into your slow cooker. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Stir to combine everything well.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of cold water to create a smooth slurry. This will be your secret to a perfectly luscious sauce later.
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Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is incredibly tender and easily shredded. This transforms our Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes.
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Stir in the cornstarch slurry and the butter, allowing the sauce to thicken beautifully while stirring. The butter will melt, creating a rich, glossy coating for your Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes.
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Ladle your delicious Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes onto plates. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy this comforting meal.
# Notes:
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Always brown the beef cubes first to build a rich, deep flavor foundation for your sauce.
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Store leftover beef bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; cool and refrigerate promptly.
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Substitute Yukon Golds with red or new potatoes for best results; avoid starchy russets which may fall apart.
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Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley, and consider crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.
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Prep beef and vegetables a day ahead, storing separately in airtight containers, to streamline morning assembly.
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For enhanced nutty flavor, brown the butter slightly until golden before incorporating it into the sauce.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Slow cooker
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large skillet or Dutch oven
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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chef's knife
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cutting board
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vegetable peeler
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small bowl
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whisk
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tongs
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large spoon or spatula
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ladle
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serving plates
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 710
Total Fat: 44g
Total Carbohydrate: 29g
Protein: 44g