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Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

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A comforting one-pot meal featuring tender beef and buttery garlic potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 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

  1. Pat beef chunks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Optional sear: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Place halved baby potatoes in an even layer in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the seared beef on top. Scatter sliced onion and chopped carrots over the beef if using.
  4. In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, crushed red pepper flakes if using, and the chopped parsley.
  5. Pour the beef broth evenly over the beef and potatoes. Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over everything. Gently toss to coat.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or on HIGH for 4–5 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper. If the sauce is thin, let the cooker sit uncovered for 15 minutes to reduce.
  8. Transfer beef and potatoes to a serving platter. Spoon extra sauce over the top and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

If you prefer a less buttery finish, reduce butter by 1–2 tablespoons and increase broth. Use low-sodium broth to control overall salt.

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