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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker dish featuring tender beef, potatoes, and aromatic garlic butter sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste 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 

  • Pat beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in a skillet if desired.
  • Place potatoes, beef, onion, and carrots in the slow cooker. Add beef broth.
  • Melt butter, mix with garlic, herbs, red pepper flakes, and parsley. Pour over ingredients.
  • Cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until beef is tender.
  • Adjust seasoning, serve garnished with parsley and extra sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, sear the beef before slow cooking.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef