Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes cook low and slow. The beef becomes very tender and the potatoes soak up the garlic butter sauce. This is a good meal for busy days or for a relaxed weekend dinner.

why make this recipe

This dish is easy, warm, and full of flavor. It uses simple ingredients and a slow cooker for hands-off cooking. The garlic butter and herbs make the beef and potatoes tasty and comforting.

how to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Follow the steps below to get tender beef bites and soft, flavorful potatoes. Sear the beef first for more flavor, then slow-cook everything in the garlic butter sauce.

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 :

1. Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
2. Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
4. 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.
5. In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
6. 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.
7. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

how to serve Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Serve hot. Spoon extra sauce over the meat and potatoes. Add a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a full meal. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like.

how to store Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Cool to room temperature. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

tips to make Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

• Sear the beef well to add more flavor.
• Cut potatoes to similar size for even cooking.
• Parboil potatoes if you want them extra soft.
• Taste and adjust salt and pepper at the end.
• Use fresh garlic for best flavor.

variation

• Add sliced carrots or onions to the slow cooker for more vegetables.
• Use mushrooms for extra umami.
• Swap smoked paprika for regular paprika if you prefer less smoke.
• Try bone broth instead of beef broth for a richer taste.

FAQs

Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?

A: Yes. Chuck roast cut into pieces works well. Choose a cut suitable for slow cooking.

Q: Can I cook this on the stove instead of a slow cooker?

A: Yes. Brown the beef, then simmer with potatoes and sauce on low heat for 1.5–2 hours until tender, stirring occasionally.

Q: Do I need to thaw frozen beef first?

A: Yes. Thaw beef in the fridge before cooking for even and safe cooking.

Q: Can I make this gluten-free?

A: Yes. All listed ingredients are naturally gluten-free. Check labels on spices and broth to be sure.

Q: How do I keep potatoes from falling apart?

A: Do not overcook them and cut them slightly larger. Parboiling briefly helps without making them too soft.

Conclusion

For a slow-cooked, flavorful meal, this recipe delivers tender beef and savory potatoes in a garlic butter sauce. If you want another slow-cooker version with similar flavors, see Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites – KJ and Company. For a stovetop take with crispy potatoes, check Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes Recipe – The Kitchn.

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Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes

Tender beef bites and soft baby potatoes cooked low and slow in a savory garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy days or relaxed weekends.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main 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.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
2. Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly.

Cooking

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides.
2. 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.
3. In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
4. 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.
5. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot. Spoon extra sauce over the meat and potatoes. Add a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a full meal. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like. Cool to room temperature. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.