Description
Tender beef chunks slow-cooked with baby potatoes, garlic butter, and aromatic herbs make this Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef a hearty, flavorful meal that’s perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or thyme, oregano, basil mix)
- 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
- Pat beef chunks dry and season with salt and black pepper.
- Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if needed.
- Place halved potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add seared beef on top. Scatter onions and carrots if using.
- In a small bowl, melt butter and stir in garlic, Italian herbs, red pepper flakes, and chopped parsley.
- Pour beef broth over beef and potatoes. Drizzle garlic butter sauce on top and gently toss.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are soft.
- Adjust salt and pepper as needed. For thicker sauce, let sit uncovered or mash a few potatoes into the broth.
- Transfer beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Searing the beef first enhances flavor but is optional.
- Use baby Yukon Gold potatoes for even cooking.
- Can add carrots and onions for a complete one-pot meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main Dish, Slow Cooker
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American