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Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes

Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes: A Cozy Family Favorite

Garlic Butter Beef with Potatoes is a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for family dinners, combining juicy beef, creamy potatoes, and rich garlic butter.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Chuck Roast or Brisket You can substitute with sirloin tip or stew meat for a leaner option.
For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Feel free to swap with sweet potatoes or a mix.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Garlic Butter Consider using plant-based butter for a dairy-free version.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Other fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary also work beautifully.
For Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Broth (Beef or Gluten-Free) Choose gluten-free broth to maintain a gluten-free dish.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential for balancing flavors.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prep the Beef. Cut the chuck roast or brisket into large chunks, about 2 inches. Optionally, sear in a hot skillet for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Potatoes. Wash and cut Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add to the slow cooker, layering them well.
  3. Step 3: Combine Ingredients. Transfer seared beef to the slow cooker on top of the potatoes. Add garlic butter and broth, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Step 4: Cook the Dish. Cover and set slow cooker to LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Step 5: Serve and Garnish. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with remaining garlic butter sauce, then sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dish is meal prep-friendly and tastes even better as leftovers the next day.

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