Name: Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
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 for a kick); 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)

Description

A mouthwatering slow cooker dish featuring tender beef chuck and buttery garlic potatoes, perfect for busy families and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

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 for a kick)
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

Pat the beef chunks dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and black pepper.
(Optional) In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Sear the beef chunks for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned, working in batches if necessary.
Place the halved baby potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by the seared beef chunks. If using, scatter the sliced onion and chopped carrots over the top.
In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian herbs, red pepper flakes (if desired), and chopped parsley.
Pour the beef broth evenly over the beef and potatoes, then drizzle the garlic butter sauce over everything. Gently toss to combine.
Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until the beef is fork-tender, and the potatoes are soft but not mushy.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt or pepper as needed. If the sauce is too thin, allow it to sit uncovered for 15 minutes or mash some of the potatoes into the broth to thicken it.
Transfer the beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over the dish, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

This dish pairs well with crusty bread and can be customized with additional vegetables or herbs.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 480 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: slow cooker, beef recipe, garlic butter potatoes, comfort food