When you crave a hearty, comforting meal without hours in the kitchen, Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes delivers. Juicy, tender beef chunks are cooked low and slow with baby potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce, resulting in a one-pot dinner packed with flavor.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or cozy weekend dinners. The slow cooker does all the work while you relax, ensuring that each bite is flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth beef paired with perfectly tender potatoes.

Ingredients

2 lbs (900 g) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
1.5 lbs (680 g) baby potatoes, halved
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme or 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients:
Trim excess fat from beef and cut into cubes. Halve baby potatoes and set aside.
Mix Seasoning:
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, melted butter, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
Assemble in Slow Cooker:
Place beef cubes and potatoes in the slow cooker. Pour garlic butter mixture over the top, tossing gently to coat. Add beef broth.
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
Serve:
Transfer beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon remaining garlic butter sauce from the slow cooker over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Optional:
Serve with steamed vegetables or a side of crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce.

Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Beef

Sear for Extra Flavor: Optional: Sear beef cubes in a skillet before adding to slow cooker for deeper flavor.
Uniform Potato Sizes: Halve or quarter potatoes evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate as the beef.
Adjust Seasoning: Taste before serving and add extra salt or pepper as needed.
Make Ahead: Prep ingredients the night before and refrigerate for a quick morning dump into the slow cooker.

Variations

Vegetable Boost: Add carrots, parsnips, or mushrooms during cooking.
Spicy Garlic Butter Beef: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
Herb Mix: Swap thyme for rosemary or Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Leftovers can be shredded and added to sandwiches or wraps for the next day.

Fun Facts About Slow Cooker Beef Dishes

Slow cookers allow tough cuts like beef chuck to become tender without constant attention.
Garlic butter sauces are a classic pairing in many European cuisines, enhancing flavor with minimal ingredients.
Slow-cooked meals became popular in the mid-20th century for their convenience in busy households.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes is an effortless yet satisfying dinner. With tender beef, flavorful garlic butter sauce, and perfectly cooked potatoes, it’s an ideal recipe for family meals, meal prep, or cozy comfort food nights.