Tender Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes (Print Version)

Slow-cooked Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes, so tender they melt. Easy, hearty, and full of garlicky goodness for a comforting meal.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 6 Hours minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Hearty

# Ingredients:

→ Main Stars

01 - 1.5-2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered

→ Flavor Powerhouses

03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
04 - 8-10 cloves fresh garlic, minced
05 - 2 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)

→ Herb & Spice Squad

06 - 1.5 tsp dried rosemary
07 - 1 tsp dried thyme
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper (or to taste)

→ Finishing Touches

11 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, cut your chuck roast into roughly 1-inch pieces. I don't get too precious with the sizing; rustic is good! Pat the beef dry – this helps with browning later if you choose to do it. Then, halve your baby potatoes. If they're on the larger side, quarter them. You want them all about the same size so they cook evenly. This is where I always make a mini mess with potato skins, but hey, that's real cooking!
02 - Now, if you're feeling fancy (or just have an extra 10 minutes), sear the beef in a hot skillet with a little oil until it's browned on all sides. This step adds a fantastic depth of flavor that you'll really notice in your finished dish. I skipped it that one time and it was fine, but honestly, it's worth the extra pan. Transfer the seared beef to your slow cooker once done.
03 - In that same skillet (or a small saucepan if you skipped searing), melt your butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about a minute until it's fragrant – oh, that smell! It’s pure heaven and the first sign of the deliciousness to come. Don't let it brown too much, just a gentle sizzle. This is the heart of the "Garlic Butter" in this recipe, so make it count!
04 - Pour that glorious garlic butter over the beef in the slow cooker. Add the halved potatoes, beef broth, dried rosemary, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Give everything a good stir to make sure the beef and potatoes are coated in all that herby, garlicky goodness. I sometimes get a little heavy-handed with the paprika here, but no regrets!
05 - Pop the lid on your slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is incredibly tender and the potatoes are soft. The beef should literally fall apart when you poke it with a fork. I often set it before work and come home to the most amazing aroma. Just be careful not to peek too much; every time you lift the lid, it adds about 30 minutes to the cooking time!
06 - Once everything is cooked through and tender, give it one last gentle stir. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed – maybe a little more salt or pepper. Then, sprinkle generously with fresh chopped parsley right before serving. It adds a beautiful pop of color and a fresh note that cuts through the richness. The dish will be steamy, fragrant, and ready to devour!

# Notes:

01 - Always pat your beef dry before searing; it really helps achieve that beautiful crust and locks in so much more flavor, trust me on this one!
02 - Leftovers are genuinely fantastic! Store them in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently on the stovetop to keep the sauce from separating, a lesson I learned the hard way.
03 - If you're out of baby potatoes, regular russets or Yukon Golds cut into similar-sized chunks work perfectly. I've tried sweet potatoes too; it's a different flavor but surprisingly good!
04 - Don't forget a side of crusty bread to sop up all that amazing garlic butter sauce – it's practically a requirement in my house!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Slow cooker (6-quart or larger)
02 - Large skillet (optional
03 - for searing)
04 - Small saucepan (for garlic butter)
05 - Knife
06 - Cutting board

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 500 kcal
Total Fat: 30g
Total Carbohydrate: 25g
Protein: 28g

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