Easy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef and Potatoes

When comfort food calls, this slow cooker garlic butter beef and potatoes answers with tender, succulent meat and perfectly seasoned spuds that practically melt in your mouth. This set-it-and-forget-it meal transforms simple ingredients into something truly special, letting the slow cooker work its magic while you go about your day.

The combination of rich garlic butter, hearty beef, and creamy potatoes creates an aroma that will have everyone asking when dinner’s ready. Best of all, it’s the kind of meal that feels special enough for Sunday dinner but easy enough for any weeknight.

Why You’ll Love This

• Minimal prep time – just 15 minutes of hands-on work
• Budget-friendly using simple, everyday ingredients
• Creates its own gravy as it cooks
• Perfect for busy families and meal prep
• Everything cooks in one pot for easy cleanup

Ingredients

• 500g (1 lb) beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
• 450g (1 lb) baby gold potatoes, halved
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1⁄2 tsp chili powder
• 1⁄4 tsp cumin
• 1⁄2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 1⁄2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 60ml (1⁄4 cup) red wine or beef broth
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 70g (5 tbsp) butter, sliced

Instructions

1. Add the beef stew meat to the slow cooker.
2. Add in the halved potatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, parsley, rosemary, salt and pepper. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the seasonings.
3. Pour in the red wine (or beef broth) and Worcestershire sauce. Mix again.
4. Place the pats of butter over the top. Recipe by Ineskohl.info
5. Cover and cook on high heat for 6 hours, until beef and potatoes are very tender.
6. Remove lid and skim off any excess oil from the surface before serving.
7. Serve beef and potatoes into bowls, spoon over the rich garlic butter sauce. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, sear the beef chunks before adding to the slow cooker
• Swap potatoes for sweet potatoes or carrots if desired
• Add mushrooms in the last hour of cooking for variety
• Use herbs de Provence instead of Italian seasoning for a French twist
• For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with cold water and stir in at the end

Serving Suggestions

Serve this hearty dish with crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce. A simple green salad or steamed vegetables make perfect side dishes to balance the rich flavors of the meat and potatoes.

Notes

• Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
• The meat is done when it’s fork-tender and easily pulls apart
• For best results, choose potatoes of similar size for even cooking

FAQs

• Can I use a different cut of beef? Yes, any tough cut suitable for slow cooking works well, such as brisket or round roast.
• Can I prep this the night before? Yes, you can combine everything in the slow cooker insert and refrigerate overnight.
• What if my sauce is too thin? Add a cornstarch slurry in the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken it.
• Can I add other vegetables? Absolutely! Root vegetables work best as they can withstand long cooking times.

Easy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef and Potatoes

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When comfort food calls, this slow cooker garlic butter beef and potatoes answers with tender, succulent meat and perfectly seasoned spuds that practically melt

Servings4

Prep15 min

Cook360 min

Calories—

Ingredients

• 500g (1 lb) beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
• 450g (1 lb) baby gold potatoes, halved
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1⁄2 tsp chili powder
• 1⁄4 tsp cumin
• 1⁄2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 1⁄2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 60ml (1⁄4 cup) red wine or beef broth
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 70g (5 tbsp) butter, sliced

Steps

1. Add the beef stew meat to the slow cooker.
2. Add in the halved potatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, parsley, rosemary, salt and pepper. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the seasonings.
3. Pour in the red wine (or beef broth) and Worcestershire sauce. Mix again.
4. Place the pats of butter over the top. Recipe by Ineskohl.info
5. Cover and cook on high heat for 6 hours, until beef and potatoes are very tender.
6. Remove lid and skim off any excess oil from the surface before serving.
7. Serve beef and potatoes into bowls, spoon over the rich garlic butter sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

• Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
• The meat is done when it's fork-tender and easily pulls apart
• For best results, choose potatoes of similar size for even cooking