Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes
This slow cooker recipe delivers tender beef bites and hearty potatoes infused with rich garlic butter flavor. Perfect for a comforting dinner, this dish requires minimal prep time and allows you to set it and forget it.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker at least 4-quart capacity
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the beef by cutting the beef sirloin into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the baby potatoes to the bowl and toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
- In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the minced garlic and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the beef and potatoes in the mixing bowl. Stir well to ensure everything is coated.
- Transfer the beef and potatoes mixture into the slow cooker, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the lid and stir the mixture gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
You can add other vegetables like carrots or green beans for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or using a spicier seasoning blend.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.