Warm, cozy, and wildly simple, these Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes turn weeknight dinner into something special with minimal effort. Rich garlic butter coats tender beef and baby potatoes for a dish that’s great for meal prep and leftovers. Pair with garlic butter lemon orzo for an easy, elegant plate.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
- Bold garlic and butter flavor that feels indulgent without fuss
- Slow cooker simplicity lets you set it and forget it
- Great for meal prep and reheats beautifully as leftovers
- Family-friendly comfort food that pleases picky eaters
- Uses inexpensive stew meat for a tender, flavorful meal
Ingredients Needed
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Protein
- 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat (Cut into bite-sized pieces.)
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Vegetables
- 1 pound Baby potatoes (Halved for even cooking.)
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Sauce & Fats
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Melted for the garlic butter sauce.)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (For searing the beef.)
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Aromatics & Liquids
- 3 cloves Garlic (Minced for flavor.)
- 0.25 cup Beef broth (To keep the dish moist.)
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Spices
- 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.)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
- Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides, working in batches to avoid crowding.
- 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.
- In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef; pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
- 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; let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
- Spoon over mashed potatoes or creamy polenta for extra comfort.
- Serve alongside a crisp green salad for a lighter balance.
- Top with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon to brighten flavors.
- For extra texture, serve with roasted garlic potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Pair with a medium-bodied red wine or a hoppy beer for a cozy meal.
Tips for Success Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
- Sear the beef in batches to develop a deep, caramelized crust without steaming.
- If potatoes seem undercooked, finish on high for an extra 30–60 minutes or use the broiler briefly for crisping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, and reheat gently on the stovetop.
- For a breakfast twist, repurpose leftovers with eggs and peppers alongside Bangin’ breakfast potatoes.
- Taste and adjust salt at the end since broth and butter can vary in saltiness.
Variations
Here are a few easy ways to change it up:
- Swap beef for boneless chicken thighs and reduce slow cooker time to 3–4 hours on low.
- Make it spicy by adding 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Dairy-free option: use olive oil or a vegan butter substitute in place of unsalted butter.
- Add veggies like carrots and pearl onions to the slow cooker for a one-pot meal.
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Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes
Warm and cozy, Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes turns weeknight dinner into something special with minimal effort, featuring tender beef and baby potatoes in rich garlic butter.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces Use for tenderness and flavor
Vegetables
- 1 pound Baby potatoes, halved for even cooking
Sauce & Fats
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted For the garlic butter sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil For searing the beef
Aromatics & Liquids
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced For flavor
- 0.25 cup Beef broth To keep the dish moist
Spices
- 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
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
- Optional: Parboil the baby potatoes for a few minutes to soften them slightly, then drain.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef bites until browned on all sides, working in batches to avoid crowding.
- 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.
- In the slow cooker, place the halved baby potatoes and seared beef; pour the garlic butter sauce over the top and add beef broth.
- 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; let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Sear the beef in batches to develop a deep, caramelized crust without steaming. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, and reheat gently on the stovetop.