Description
This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chuck Roast Bites with Potatoes is a comforting dish that combines tender beef with creamy potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for family dinners, it’s easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
- 1 cup carrots, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the chuck roast into 1-inch cubes. Make sure each piece is roughly the same size for even cooking. This should take about 5 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully add the cubed chuck roast in batches (if necessary) to avoid overcrowding. Sear for 3-4 minutes, or until each side is browned. This step locks in those delicious juices and adds flavor.
- Once browned, transfer the meat to your slow cooker. Season with 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Stir well to coat the meat evenly.
- Add the halved baby potatoes, chopped carrots, and chopped onion to the slow cooker. Gently mix them with the seasoned meat, ensuring everything is well-distributed.
- In a separate bowl, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in the microwave (approximately 30-40 seconds). Once melted, stir in 8 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Pour this garlic butter sauce over the meat and vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Pour in 2 cups of beef broth and add 1 bay leaf to the mixture. The liquid should just cover the ingredients to ensure even cooking. Stir gently but avoid breaking up the potatoes.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. You’ll know it’s done when the meat is fork-tender and the potatoes are cooked through but not mushy.
- Once finished, remove the bay leaf and garnish the dish with 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy the delightful aroma and vibrant colors!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: For an even richer flavor, consider browning the meat before adding it to the slow cooker. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with cold water and stir it into the slow cooker in the last 30 minutes of cooking.