Introduction

This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for busy days. Tender beef chuck roast slowly cooked with garlic, herbs, and buttery potatoes creates a hearty meal that’s incredibly easy to prepare. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the rich aromas filling your kitchen.

The image shows a white bowl filled with a rich, dark brown stew made of tender chunks of beef in a thick, glossy sauce. Around the beef pieces, there are small, golden-yellow potatoes cooked in the same sauce. The stew is sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs, adding a fresh touch of color on top. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tbsp olive oil (for searing, optional)

6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of thyme, oregano, basil)

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

Step 1: Pat the beef chunks dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and black pepper.

Step 2: Optional: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if needed.

Step 3: Place the halved baby potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the seared beef chunks on top. Scatter sliced onion and chopped carrots around if using.

Step 4: In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in minced garlic, Italian herbs, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and chopped parsley.

Step 5: Pour the beef broth evenly over the beef and potatoes. Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over everything and gently toss to distribute the flavors.

Step 6: Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are soft but not mushy.

Step 7: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If the sauce is too thin, leave it uncovered for 15 minutes or mash a couple of potatoes into the broth to thicken it.

Step 8: Transfer the beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over the top, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For deeper flavor, sear the beef before adding it to the slow cooker, but you can skip this step if short on time.

Swap Yukon Gold potatoes for red potatoes or fingerlings for a different texture.

Add other vegetables like mushrooms or green beans for more variety.

Use fresh herbs instead of dried for a brighter herb flavor if available.

FAQs

Can I use a different cut of beef for this recipe?

Yes, other slow-cooking cuts like brisket or short ribs will also work well, but cooking times may vary slightly depending on the cut.

Can I prepare this recipe without a slow cooker?

Yes, you can adapt this recipe for the oven by cooking at 300°F (150°C) covered in a Dutch oven for about 3-4 hours until the beef is tender.

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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes Recipe