Description
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes recipe features tender beef chuck seared to perfection and slow-cooked with baby potatoes in a flavorful garlic butter sauce infused with thyme, rosemary, and smoked paprika. The comforting dish is easy to prepare, perfect for a hearty family meal, and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasonings
- 1 1/2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup beef broth
Potatoes and Butter Mixture
- 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered if large
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Season the beef bites with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
- Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Pour in the beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Pour this flavorful mixture into the slow cooker over the beef.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Toss the halved or quartered baby potatoes with melted butter, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the coated potatoes on top of the beef in the slow cooker.
- Cook the Dish: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are fully cooked through.
- Finish and Garnish: Gently stir to combine the beef and potatoes, then sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving for added color and freshness.
Notes
- Searing the beef first adds depth of flavor but can be skipped if short on time.
- Baby potatoes can be substituted with fingerling or small red potatoes.
- Adjust the smoked paprika according to your preference for smokiness and heat.
- For a richer sauce, you can stir in a tablespoon of heavy cream or sour cream before serving.
- This recipe can be doubled if using a larger slow cooker.
