Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Bites Recipe Easy Family Dinner
Tender beef bites and baby potatoes simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a comforting and easy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat or chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces, halve the potatoes, and mince the garlic.
- Optional: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Place the beef and potatoes in the crockpot. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and stir in the minced garlic, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture over the beef and potatoes.
- Cover and set the crockpot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender and the potatoes are soft.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
[‘Searing the beef adds extra flavor but is optional.’, ‘If your crockpot runs hot, check the beef and potatoes an hour before the recommended time.’, ‘Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce if needed.’, ‘You can swap potatoes for cauliflower or zucchini for a low-carb option.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Crockpot, Garlic Butter, Beef Bites, Family Dinner, Slow Cooker, Easy Recipe