Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot is a hearty, comforting meal that’s better than takeout and ready in just 4 hours. After making this many times, I’ve learned the trick to tender, juicy steak bites every time. The garlic butter sauce is irresistible, and the creamy potatoes are the perfect side. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken Recipe for Dinner and Easy Keto Grilled Halloumi and Watermelon Summer Salad.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, juicy steak bites in a rich garlic butter sauce
- Creamy potatoes cooked right in the crockpot
- Easy, hands-off cooking for busy days
- Better than takeout and ready in just 4 hours
What You'll Need for Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Steak (Sirloin or Flank)
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Beef Broth
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Italian Seasoning
- Garlic Powder
- Optional: Fresh Parsley
- Optional: Grated Parmesan
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or flank steak works best for this recipe. You can also use beef chuck roast or beef stew meat.
- Potatoes: Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes work well in this recipe. You can also use baby potatoes if you prefer.
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How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
- Prepare the steak: Trim excess fat from the steak and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
- Cook the potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in the slow cooker with 1 cup of beef broth. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook on low for 3 hours.
- Cook the steak: After the potatoes have cooked for 3 hours, add the steak to the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 1 hour on low.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour the garlic butter over the steak and potatoes in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Serve: Serve the garlic butter steak bites with potatoes hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
- Common mistake and fix: Adding too much liquid to the slow cooker can result in watery potatoes and steak. To fix this, cook the potatoes and steak separately, then combine them in the slow cooker with just enough liquid to keep them from sticking.
- Pro tip: For even more flavor, sear the steak bites in a hot skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. This helps to develop the steak's natural flavors and creates a better crust.
- Pro tip: If you like your steak more well-done, cook it for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour on low in the slow cooker.
- Pro tip: For a healthier version, substitute the butter in the garlic butter sauce with olive oil or ghee.
Storing & Reheating Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time and store them in the fridge overnight. Add the steak to the slow cooker in the morning and cook as directed.
Freezing Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through heating.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the beef broth with chicken broth or vegetable broth for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook a large batch and portion it out for easy grab-and-go lunches.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your steak bites are tough, they may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking them for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour on low in the slow cooker.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak (Sirloin or Flank)
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Beef Broth
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Italian Seasoning
- Garlic Powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Parsley
- Grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Trim excess fat from the steak and cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
- Cook the potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in the slow cooker with 1 cup of beef broth. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook on low for 3 hours.
- Cook the steak: After the potatoes have cooked for 3 hours, add the steak to the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 1 hour on low.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour the garlic butter over the steak and potatoes in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Serve: Serve the garlic butter steak bites with potatoes hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the beef broth with chicken broth or vegetable broth for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook a large batch and portion it out for easy grab-and-go lunches.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your steak bites are tough, they may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking them for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour on low in the slow cooker.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through heating.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time and store them in the fridge overnight. Add the steak to the slow cooker in the morning and cook as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 11g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time and store them in the fridge overnight. Add the steak to the slow cooker in the morning and cook as directed.
If your steak bites are tough, they may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking them for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour on low in the slow cooker.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the Instant Pot. Cook the potatoes for 5 minutes at high pressure, then add the steak and cook for an additional 10 minutes at high pressure. Release the pressure naturally.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the oven. Cook the potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Cook the steak at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes or until desired doneness. Combine the potatoes and steak in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter sauce over the top. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
The best way to reheat leftovers is in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through heating.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
