Listen, I'm about to share a recipe that changed my weeknight dinner game forever. This Crockpot Garlic Butter Potatoes with steak bites is the kind of meal that makes you look like a kitchen genius when you've barely lifted a finger. No joke!
I stumbled on this recipe last month when Emily had basketball practice until 6 PM (who schedules that during dinner time???), and I needed something that would be ready when we walked through the door. I threw everything in the slow cooker that morning, and when we got home, the house smelled like a steakhouse. Emily actually said, "Mom, this smells amazing!" without me having to bribe her. Win!
The best part? There's zero browning, no pre-cooking, and absolutely no standing over a hot stove. Just dump everything in your crockpot and let it work its magic. If you're looking for more easy dinner solutions, you'll want to check out my slow cooker beef stew recipe too.
Jump to:
- Why You'll Love This Garlic Butter Steak And Potatoes Recipe
- Ingredients For Crockpot Garlic Butter Potatoes
- How To Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites In The Crockpot
- Storage And Reheating Your Slow Cooker Steak Bites
- Tips And Variations For Perfect Crockpot Steak And Potatoes
- Frequently Asked Questions About Garlic Butter Steak Bites
- Recipes You May Like
- Final Thoughts On This Garlic Butter Crockpot Recipe
- Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
Why You'll Love This Garlic Butter Steak And Potatoes Recipe
- True dump-and-go meal - Seriously, no searing or browning required! Just cube, season, and walk away.
- Ready in 4-7 hours - Set it in the morning, come home to dinner that's ready to eat.
- Melt-in-your-mouth tender - The slow cooking breaks down the beef until it's fork-tender and packed with garlic butter goodness.
- Budget-friendly - Uses affordable cuts like sirloin tip or chuck roast that become incredibly tender.
- One-pot wonder - Meat and potatoes cook together, which means less cleanup (my personal favorite benefit!).
- Family-approved - Even picky eaters can't resist steak bites swimming in butter and garlic.
Ingredients For Crockpot Garlic Butter Potatoes
Here's what you'll need for this slow cooker steak and potatoes masterpiece:
- 2 lbs Sirloin Tip Steak (or chuck roast, ribeye - whatever's on sale!) - cubed into bite-sized pieces
- 2 lbs Potatoes - I use russets or Yukon golds, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (skip this if you're using salted butter)
- 2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic - fresh is best, but jarred works too
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper - freshly ground if you've got it
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder - yes, we're doubling down on garlic here!
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Steak Seasoning - Montreal steak seasoning is my go-to
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter - sliced into pats
- Green Onion - for garnish and a pop of color
Optional Addition: 1 cup beef broth if you want extra gravy (more on this later!)
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How To Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites In The Crockpot
This is hands-down the easiest crockpot steak bites recipe you'll ever make. I'm talking 5 minutes of prep, tops!
Prep Your Ingredients
- Cube your steak into roughly 1.5 to 2-inch pieces. Don't stress about making them perfect - this isn't a cooking competition! Just try to keep them similar in size so they cook evenly.
- Cut the potatoes into about 2-inch chunks. I learned the hard way that tiny potato pieces turn to mush, so keep them on the bigger side.
Dump Everything In
- Add the cubed steak and potatoes to your slow cooker. I use a 6-quart crockpot, which gives everything room to breathe.
- Sprinkle all your seasonings over the top - the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and steak seasoning. Then add that minced garlic.
- Slice your stick of butter into about 8 pats and scatter them on top of everything.
- Give everything a good mix with a wooden spoon or your hands (I won't judge). Make sure the seasonings and butter are distributed throughout.
Let It Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours OR on high for 3-4 hours. I always choose low and slow when I have the time because it makes the tender steak bites even more amazing.
- Start checking for doneness at the 5-hour mark on low (or 3 hours on high). The beef should be fork-tender, and the potatoes should pierce easily with a knife.
- Give it a gentle stir before serving to distribute all that buttery goodness.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately. Sometimes I add a sprinkle of fresh parsley too, but that's just me being fancy.
Storage And Reheating Your Slow Cooker Steak Bites
I'll be honest - there are rarely leftovers when I make this! But when there are, here's what I do:
Storage: Let the garlic butter steak bites and potatoes cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container. They'll keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. The butter solidifies when cold, but don't worry - it melts back beautifully when reheated.
Freezing: You can freeze this for up to 2 months, though the potatoes might change texture slightly. I prefer to freeze just the steak bites and make fresh potatoes when I'm ready to eat.
Reheating: Microwave individual portions for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through. Or reheat everything in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of beef broth. The oven works too - 350°F for about 15 minutes, covered with foil.
Pro tip: The flavors actually get better the next day! The garlic and butter have more time to really soak into everything.
Tips And Variations For Perfect Crockpot Steak And Potatoes
Here's what I've learned from making this recipe at least a dozen times:
Choose your beef wisely. Sirloin tip is my budget-friendly choice, but chuck roast makes incredibly tender slow cooker steak too. Ribeye is phenomenal if you're feeling fancy! Just avoid super lean cuts - you need some fat for tenderness.
Should you add beef broth? Not necessary! The butter and natural juices create plenty of sauce. But if you want more gravy (and who doesn't love gravy?), add 1 cup of beef broth. You might need to thicken it afterward with a cornstarch slurry.
Baby potatoes work great! Just halve them and toss them in. Red potatoes and Yukon golds hold their shape better than russets.
Want veggies? Throw in some baby carrots or quartered mushrooms during the last 2 hours of cooking. Green beans work too, but add them in the last 30 minutes so they don't get mushy.
Make it spicy! Add red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne to the seasoning mix. Emily thinks I'm crazy, but I love a little kick.
Fresh herbs make a difference. If you have fresh thyme or rosemary, throw in a few sprigs. Remove them before serving.
The butter question. Can you use less butter? Sure, but why would you? (Just kidding - sort of. You can cut it down to half a stick if you must.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Yes! Chuck roast, ribeye, or tenderloin work great. Just keep the pieces similar in size for even cooking.
No, the butter and natural juices create enough moisture. Add 1 cup beef broth only if you want extra gravy.
Yes, cook on high for 3-4 hours instead of low for 5-7 hours. Low and slow yields more tender results.
No! This is a true dump-and-go recipe—no browning required. Just cube, season, and cook.
Recipes You May Like
Looking for more easy dinner ideas? Try these:
- Slow Cooker Beef Stew - Another dump-and-go meal that's perfect for cold nights
- Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken - If you love garlic butter, you'll go crazy for this
- KFC Potato Wedges - When you want crispy potatoes instead of slow-cooked ones
Final Thoughts On This Garlic Butter Crockpot Recipe
This Crockpot Garlic Butter Potatoes with steak bites recipe has become my go-to for busy weeknights, lazy Sundays, and those days when I just can't deal with a complicated dinner. It's proof that simple ingredients can create something really special when you give them time to work together.
The combination of tender steak bites, creamy potatoes, and that rich garlic butter sauce is honestly hard to beat. Plus, walking into a house that smells like a fancy steakhouse after a long day? That's what I call a win.
Don't forget to save this recipe to Pinterest so you can find it the next time you need an easy dinner solution that actually tastes amazing. Your future stressed-out self will be grateful!
Happy cooking!
Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Sirloin Tip Steak or chuck roast, cubed
- 2 lbs Potatoes cut in 2" pieces
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt omit if using salted butter
- 2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Steak Seasoning
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter sliced
- Green Onion for garnish
Instructions
- Cube the steak, then cut up the potatoes into about 2-inch pieces.
- Add all of the ingredients to the Slow cooker. Mix everything together.
- Cooked on low for 5-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Cooking it low and slow produces the most tender steak bites. Cook time will depend on the size of the beef chunks (and potato pieces). Start checking for doneness at the 5 hour mark on low, and at the 3 hour mark on high, to prevent drying out the meat.
- Serve as is or with a green salad.
