Garlic-Butter Slow-Cooker Beef Bites
Tender, savory beef bites coated in garlic butter, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef, cut into bite-sized pieces (chuck, round, or stew meat)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the bite-sized beef pieces into the slow cooker in a single layer if possible.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the salt, black pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Pour the garlic-butter mixture evenly over the beef in the slow cooker. Toss gently to coat.
- Cook on low for 360–480 minutes, or on high for 180–240 minutes, until the beef is fork-tender.
- Finish with the chopped parsley as a fresh garnish and serve.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, simmer the cooking liquid after removing the beef to reduce it. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or toasted ciabatta.