Garlic Butter Beef Bites Potatoes

Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Potatoes are everything I crave in comfort food. Tender beef absorbs a buttery garlic sauce while baby potatoes turn creamy and flavorful in the slow cooker. When I need a meal that fills the house with an amazing aroma and guarantees empty plates at the table this is the recipe I make.

On busy days I love that I can set this up before work and come home to an absolutely mouthwatering dinner. The garlic butter sauce is always a hit—my husband actually requests extra for dipping bread.

Gather Your Ingredients

• Beef stew meat: Go for well-marbled pieces for the juiciest results and cut into bite-sized chunks for even cooking
• Baby potatoes: The smaller varieties cook evenly and get that creamy interior if possible pick ones with smooth unblemished skins
• Unsalted butter: Makes the sauce rich use real butter for best flavor and melt it gently so it does not scorch
• Garlic: Fresh cloves are a must mince them right before using for sweetest flavor
• Onion powder: Adds a mellow allium note and enhances the savoriness
• Smoked paprika: Brings subtle smokiness and a touch of color choose a Spanish variety if possible
• Dried thyme: Tiny leaves that bring gentle earthy aroma and hold up well in slow cooking
• Dried rosemary: Provides a piney herbal lift crush it slightly to release the oils
• Salt and black pepper: Brings all the flavors into balance add to taste
• Beef broth: Adds moisture and depth choose a low-sodium broth if you prefer to control seasoning
• Olive oil: Helps get a crust on the beef during searing go for extra-virgin for fullest flavor

How to Make It

Prep the Ingredients:

Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces trimming away excess fat then halve the baby potatoes so they cook evenly and absorb flavor

Parboil the Potatoes (optional):

Boil the baby potatoes for about five minutes to give them a head start especially if they are a little larger this ensures they turn out tender

Sear the Beef:

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high add the beef bites in a single layer to avoid steaming let them brown for about two minutes per side until a nice crust forms working in batches if needed

Mix the Garlic Butter Sauce:

Pour the melted butter into a bowl add the minced garlic onion powder smoked paprika thyme rosemary salt and black pepper then whisk until combined the mixture should smell fragrant and look speckled with herbs

Assemble in the Slow Cooker:

Scatter the halved potatoes at the bottom add the seared beef on top pour over the garlic butter sauce making sure it coats everything and add the beef broth

Cook Low and Slow:

Cover the slow cooker and set to low for six to eight hours or high for three to four hours until the beef is meltingly tender and potatoes yield to a fork

Rest and Serve:

Let the dish sit in the slow cooker uncovered for about ten minutes to thicken slightly then scoop into bowls and ladle over extra sauce

Garlic is my all-time favorite ingredient here. As it slow cooks with the butter the sharpness mellows and you get a sweet nutty richness that soaks into every bite. My kids actually race to see who gets the last potato swimming in the garlicky sauce.

Flavor Boosters

To keep the beef extra juicy do not skip the searing step. You can add chopped carrots or mushrooms to the slow cooker for more veggie content. If doubling the recipe use a larger slow cooker and increase the cook time by about an hour.

Serving Suggestions

I love this with crusty bread for soaking up all the sauce or alongside a crisp green salad. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or chives over the top before serving for extra color and freshness. If there are leftovers shred the beef and use it in a sandwich the next day.

Creative Twists

Try chuck roast or sirloin if stew meat is not available just be sure to cut into consistent cubes. Use Yukon Gold potatoes or even sweet potatoes for a different twist. If you like things spicy a pinch of chili flakes goes great in the garlic butter sauce. For a freezer meal mix the seared beef butter sauce and potatoes and freeze in a bag, then thaw overnight and cook as usual adding broth when ready.

This dish brings steak and potatoes comfort with a slow-cooked garlicky twist. Adjust the herbs and enjoy with your favorite sides for a truly satisfying meal.

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I use a different cut of beef?

Yes, you can substitute stew meat with sirloin, chuck, or even ribeye for varied texture and tenderness.

→ Should I peel the baby potatoes?

No, the skins add both flavor and structure. Simply wash and halve for best results.

→ Can I prepare this in advance?

Absolutely; the flavors deepen if made ahead. Store covered in the fridge and gently reheat before serving.

→ How do I achieve extra crispy beef bites?

Sear the beef well in a hot skillet before slow cooking for added texture and caramelized flavor.

→ What vegetables pair well with this dish?

Carrots, mushrooms, or green beans make great additions for more variety and nutrition.