Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef & Potatoes (Print Version)
Tender slow cooker garlic butter beef with potatoes. An easy, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Set it and forget it for a delicious dinner.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 480 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 495 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ Hearty Core & Earthy Roots
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2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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1 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
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1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
→ Rich Garlic Butter Infusion
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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10 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups low-sodium beef broth
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp dried rosemary
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1 tsp dried thyme
→ Essential Seasonings & Thickener
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1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
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1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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2 tbsp cornstarch
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1/4 cup cold water
→ Fresh Garnish
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Cut 2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Quarter 1 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes and roughly chop 1 large yellow onion. This preparation is key for your Tender Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes.
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Place the chopped 1 large yellow onion at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the cubed 2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast and quartered 1 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes on top.
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In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 10 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not brown the garlic.
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Stir in 2 cups low-sodium beef broth, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp dried rosemary, and 1 tsp dried thyme into the garlic butter mixture. Pour this flavorful sauce over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker. Season with 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the 2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast is fork-tender. This long cooking time ensures the "Tender Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes" lives up to its name.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Ladle the Tender Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes into bowls. Garnish generously with 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, before serving. Enjoy this comforting and hearty meal.
# Notes:
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For an even richer flavor, consider searing the beef cubes in a hot pan with a little oil before adding them to the slow cooker. This creates a delicious crust.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight!
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Feel free to substitute other root vegetables like carrots or parsnips for some of the potatoes, or use red potatoes instead of Yukon Golds.
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This hearty dish is a complete meal on its own, but a side of crusty bread for soaking up the delicious garlic butter sauce is always a welcome addition.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Slow cooker
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Small bowl
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 632 kcal
Total Fat: 39 g
Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
Protein: 41 g