Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

Why Make This Recipe

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes is the perfect dish for busy days. It’s full of flavors and requires minimal effort. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you focus on other things. Plus, the garlic butter sauce makes everything taste amazing!

How to Make Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for searing, optional)
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of thyme, oregano, basil)
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
• 2 lbs baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 medium onion, sliced (optional)
• 1 cup carrots, chopped (optional)

Directions

1. Pat beef chunks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
2. Optional: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if needed.
3. Place halved baby potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add seared beef chunks on top. Scatter onion and carrots in if using.
4. In a small bowl, melt butter. Stir in minced garlic, Italian herbs, red pepper flakes (if using), and chopped parsley.
5. Pour beef broth evenly over the beef and potatoes. Drizzle garlic butter sauce over everything and gently toss to distribute.
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are soft but not mushy.
7. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If the sauce is too thin, let it sit uncovered for 15 minutes or mash a couple of potatoes into the broth for thickness.
8. Transfer beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

How to Serve Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

Serve this hearty dish by plating the beef and potatoes together. Drizzle extra garlic butter sauce on top and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. It pairs well with a simple green salad or some crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.

How to Store Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

To store leftovers, let the beef and potatoes cool completely. Place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can also freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Tips to Make Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

• For a richer flavor, use bone-in beef chuck roast if you can find it.
• Experiment with different herbs and spices based on your taste preferences.
• You can add other vegetables like green beans or bell peppers for more variety.

Variation

Feel free to substitute the Yukon Gold potatoes for red potatoes or even sweet potatoes. You can also use different cuts of beef, like brisket or round roast, if you prefer.

FAQs

Can I skip the searing step?
Yes, you can skip searing, but it adds a nice depth of flavor to the beef.

How can I make this recipe spicier?
Add more crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to increase the heat in the dish.

Can I cook this on the stovetop instead?
Yes, you can! Use a large pot or Dutch oven, and simmer everything on low heat for about 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

A flavorful and easy slow cooker dish featuring tender beef and buttery garlic potatoes, perfect for busy days.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 700 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for searing, optional) Optional but enhances flavor.
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of thyme, oregano, basil)
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
• 2 lbs baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 medium onion, sliced (optional)
• 1 cup carrots, chopped (optional)

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Pat beef chunks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
• Optional: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if needed.
• Place halved baby potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add seared beef chunks on top. Scatter onion and carrots in if using.
• In a small bowl, melt butter. Stir in minced garlic, Italian herbs, red pepper flakes (if using), and chopped parsley.
• Pour beef broth evenly over the beef and potatoes. Drizzle garlic butter sauce over everything and gently toss to distribute.

Cooking

• Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are soft but not mushy.
• Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If the sauce is too thin, let it sit uncovered for 15 minutes or mash a couple of potatoes into the broth for thickness.

Serving

• Transfer beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use bone-in beef chuck roast. You can add other vegetables like green beans or bell peppers for more variety.

Keyword Beef, Easy Dinner, Garlic Butter, Potatoes, Slow Cooker