Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
A comforting dish featuring tender beef, creamy garlic butter flavor, and hearty potatoes, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks Trim excess fat before cutting.
Starch/Pasta
- 2 lbs baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved Wash and halve the potatoes.
Seasoning/Spice Blend
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Melt before adding.
- 5 cloves garlic, minced Mince garlic before adding.
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs Alternatively, fresh herbs can be used.
Liquids/Dairy
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth Stick with low-sodium options.
Aromatics & Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, sliced (optional) Sauté briefly to enhance flavor.
- 1 cup chopped carrots (optional) Chop into bite-sized pieces.
Optional Finishing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Garnish before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the beef chunks with salt and black pepper.
- Optionally, sear the beef chunks in a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes.
- In the slow cooker, layer the halved potatoes, followed by any seared beef.
- Pour the melted butter over the top.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and dried herbs over the beef and potatoes.
- Scatter the sliced onions and chopped carrots if using.
- Pour beef broth over all the ingredients.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low for 8 hours.
Serving
- Once cooked, mix gently to combine and serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
Consider adding Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor. Feel free to substitute vegetables as desired.