Easy Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Potatoes

This slow cooker garlic butter steak bites and potatoes recipe delivers tender cubes of steak and perfectly cooked baby potatoes in a rich, buttery garlic sauce with minimal hands-on time. It’s an ideal weeknight dinner or a simple meal to feed friends without fuss. If you’re also planning family meals, you might find these 10 chicken baby food easy recipes useful for planning baby-friendly sides and snacks while the main cooks low and slow.

Prep time: 15–20 minutes
Cook time: 3–4 hours on HIGH or 6–7 hours on LOW (see notes)
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1.5–2 lb sirloin or flank steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1.5 lb baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold), halved if large
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
• 5 cloves garlic, minced (more if you love garlic)
• 1/4 cup beef broth (or low-sodium broth)
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
• 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh chopped thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for optional searing)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Equipment

• 4–6 quart slow cooker
• Knife and cutting board
• Small skillet (optional, for searing)

Instructions

1. Prepare the steak and potatoes: Trim excess fat from the steak and cut into bite-sized cubes. Rinse and halve any larger baby potatoes so pieces are fairly uniform.

2. Optional sear (recommended for extra flavor): Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak cubes in batches for 1 minute per side until browned (they will finish cooking in the slow cooker). Transfer to a plate.

3. Make the garlic butter mixture: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt 3 tbsp of the butter. Stir in minced garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.

4. Layer the slow cooker: Place potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the seared (or raw, if skipping sear) steak cubes on top. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over everything. Top with the remaining 1 tbsp butter cut into small pieces.

5. Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours or on LOW for 6–7 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender and steak is cooked to your preferred doneness (slow cookers tend to produce very tender, well-done meat). If you prefer your steak less well-done, check earlier.

6. Finish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Tips and Variations

• Choice of beef: Sirloin or flank steak works well for bite-sized pieces. For fattier cuts, trim some fat to avoid greasy sauce.
• Potatoes: Small waxy potatoes (baby red or Yukon) hold their shape best. For a kid-friendly gluten-free side, try adapting textures and seasonings from this cute gluten-free kids potatoes guide when serving to little ones.
• Extra veggies: Add carrots, pearl onions, or quartered mushrooms around the potatoes for a one-pot meal; add these at the start so they can fully soften.
• Make it saucier: Stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream or a splash of white wine at the very end and heat on HIGH for 10–15 minutes with the lid off to thicken slightly.
• Slow cooker size: If using a large 6+ quart slow cooker and cooking a larger batch, increase liquids slightly to keep everything moist.
• Sear for depth: Searing adds caramelization and improved flavor, but you can skip it if you’re short on time.

Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating

• Make-ahead: Assemble in the slow cooker insert and refrigerate (covered) up to 24 hours before cooking. Allow the insert to warm to room temperature before starting the slow cooker cycle.
• Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
• Reheating: Gently reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce, or microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve over buttered rice, egg noodles, or creamy polenta to soak up the garlic butter sauce.
• Add a crisp green salad or roasted broccoli for contrast in texture and color.
• For a heartier family-style dinner, carve a crusty baguette for sopping up juices.

Notes on Timing and Doneness

Slow cookers vary; check doneness early if your slow cooker runs hot. If you prefer steak pieces more medium, check them around 2.5–3 hours on HIGH and remove early if needed. Potatoes cooked whole will take slightly longer than halved pieces.

Conclusion

For a classic, hands-off dinner that still tastes decadent, this slow cooker garlic butter steak bites and potatoes recipe is a winner — simple ingredients, minimal prep, and comforting results. If you want an alternate version of the recipe or another take on slow cooker steak bites, see the helpful recipe guide at Retro Recipe Box’s Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes, and for a slightly different technique and tips, check out Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites – The Country Cook.