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This slow cooker recipe makes tender beef, soft potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce. It cooks low and slow with little work. If you want another simple dinner idea, try cheesy garlic butter chicken bowties for a quick weeknight meal.
why make this recipe
You make this recipe because it is easy and full of flavor. The slow cooker does most of the work. The beef stays moist and the potatoes soak up the garlic butter. You can set it and forget it. It feeds a family and makes good leftovers.
how to make Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
- Begin by seasoning the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.
- Add the chopped Yukon Gold potatoes, diced carrots, minced garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker.
- Pour the beef broth over the ingredients.
- Cut the butter into slices and place evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle Italian herbs and fresh parsley on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the beef and potatoes are tender.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning as necessary.
For a warm starter while this cooks, you might also make a vegetable soup like slow cooker vegetable soup.
Ingredients :
- 2 1/2 lbs Beef chuck roast
- 2 lbs Baby Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup Carrots
- 5 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Italian herbs, dried
- 1 medium Onion
- 1/4 cup fresh Parsley
- 1/2 cup low sodium Beef broth
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 6 tbsp unsalted Butter
Directions :
- Begin by seasoning the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.
- Add the chopped Yukon Gold potatoes, diced carrots, minced garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker.
- Pour the beef broth over the ingredients.
- Cut the butter into slices and place evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle Italian herbs and fresh parsley on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the beef and potatoes are tender.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning as necessary.
how to serve Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
Slice or shred the beef and spoon the potatoes and veggies on plates. Spoon the garlic butter sauce over everything. Serve with bread to soak up the sauce. A green salad or simple steamed veg works well on the side.
how to store Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
Cool leftovers to room temperature within two hours. Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a pan or in the microwave. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
- Trim some fat from the roast if you want less grease.
- Brown the beef well for more flavor.
- Cut potatoes into similar sizes so they cook evenly.
- Place butter on top so it melts into the sauce.
- If the sauce is thin at the end, thicken it by mixing 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stirring in, then cook on high for 15 minutes.
For a sweet finish after this meal, save a dessert idea like butterscotch pie heaven delight.
variation (if any)
- Add mushrooms or green beans for extra veg.
- Use baby red potatoes or russets if Yukon Gold is not available.
- Swap Italian herbs for dried thyme and rosemary for a different flavor.
- For more heat, add a bit more red pepper flakes.
FAQs
Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
A: Yes. You can use brisket or rump roast. Cook time may change slightly.
Q: Can I cook this on high instead of low?
A: Yes. Cook on high for 4-5 hours, but check that the beef is tender and the potatoes are done.
Q: Do I need to sear the beef first?
A: Searing adds flavor but you can skip it if you are short on time. The beef will still cook in the slow cooker.
Q: Can I leave out the butter?
A: You can, but the butter gives a rich sauce. Try olive oil if you prefer.
Q: How do I know the beef is done?
A: The beef is done when it pulls apart easily with a fork.
Conclusion
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes makes a simple, tasty meal that cooks itself. For another take on garlic butter beef in the slow cooker, see a similar recipe for Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites – KJ and Company. If you want a version with steak bites and potatoes, check this Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes recipe for more ideas.
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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
- Total Time: 500 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Diet: None
Description
A tender beef dish with soft potatoes and a rich garlic butter sauce, cooked low and slow in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs Beef chuck roast
- 2 lbs Baby Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup Carrots
- 5 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Italian herbs, dried
- 1 medium Onion
- 1/4 cup fresh Parsley
- 1/2 cup low sodium Beef broth
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 6 tbsp unsalted Butter
Instructions
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.
- Add the chopped Yukon Gold potatoes, diced carrots, minced garlic, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker.
- Pour the beef broth over the ingredients.
- Cut the butter into slices and place evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle Italian herbs and fresh parsley on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the beef and potatoes are tender.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Notes
Trim some fat from the roast for less grease. Brown the beef well for more flavor. Cut potatoes into similar sizes for even cooking. If the sauce is thin, thicken it with cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef, slow cooker, garlic butter, potatoes, hearty meal