The Easiest Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes (Print Version)
How to make tender Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes, featuring savory garlic butter and melt-in-your-mouth beef, that makes dinner effortless and delicious.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 80 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Meat-based
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
01 -
2.5 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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4 cups beef broth, low sodium
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1 large yellow onion, diced
→ Flavor Builders
06 -
6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
08 -
2 teaspoons dried thyme
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
→ Seasonings
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1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Finishing & Garnish
13 -
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
14 -
2 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped
# Instructions:
01 -
Cut beef into 1-inch cubes, halve potatoes, and dice the yellow onion. In a small bowl, mash softened butter with minced garlic, Kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to create your flavorful garlic butter.
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Place the prepared beef cubes, halved baby potatoes, and diced yellow onion into your crockpot. This forms the hearty base for your delicious Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes.
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Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the ingredients in the crockpot. Evenly dot the prepared garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes. Stir everything gently to combine well.
04 -
Cover your crockpot and cook on the low setting for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Cook until the beef is incredibly tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
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In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a smooth slurry. Stir this cornstarch mixture into the crockpot liquid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken the savory sauce.
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Once the sauce has thickened, give everything a good stir to ensure the rich, garlicky sauce coats all the tender beef and potatoes. This makes perfect Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
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Garnish your comforting Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes generously with fresh chopped parsley and snipped chives. Serve warm and enjoy this effortlessly delicious, aromatic autumn meal!
# Notes:
01 -
Cook boneless beef chuck roast low and slow for 6-8 hours until fork-tender to prevent tough, dry bites.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; proper sealing prevents dry, unappetizing results.
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If you don't have a slow cooker, use an oven-safe Dutch oven; cook covered at 300°F (150°C) for 3-4 hours.
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Serve warm from the slow cooker, garnished with fresh herbs, alongside a crisp green salad or crusty bread.
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Prep beef, potatoes, onion, and garlic butter a day ahead. Refrigerate and assemble just before cooking for optimal freshness.
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Sear beef cubes before slow cooking to achieve a richer, deeper flavor and enhance your Crockpot Beef Bites.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Crockpot (slow cooker)
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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cutting board
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sharp knife
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small bowls (2)
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whisk
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fork
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large spoon or spatula
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tasting spoon
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serving platter
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 580
Total Fat: 37g
Total Carbohydrate: 22g
Protein: 35g