Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe. Tender, juicy steak bites in a creamy garlic butter sauce, cooked to perfection with potatoes in the crockpot. Better than takeout! If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Brown Sugar Chai Cake Recipe with Warm Spices and Creamy Zucchini Noodle Chicken Alfredo Recipe.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, juicy steak bites
- Creamy garlic butter sauce
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Steak
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Heavy Cream
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Parsley
- Optional: Fresh Parsley
- Optional: Grated Parmesan
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or flank steak works best.
- Heavy Cream: You can substitute with milk for a lighter version.
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How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
- Prepare the steak: Trim fat from steak, cut into bite-sized pieces, and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
- Cook the potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in the crockpot with a little oil, salt, and pepper. Cook on high for 2 hours.
- Sear the steak: Heat a skillet over high heat, add steak pieces, and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, garlic powder, and parsley. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Add seared steak and any accumulated juices to the crockpot with potatoes. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top. Stir to combine. Serve hot with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason this recipe fails is overcooking the steak in the crockpot. To prevent this, sear the steak first, then add it to the crockpot with the sauce.
- Pro tip: For even more flavor, marinate the steak in the garlic butter sauce for 30 minutes before searing.
- Pro tip: To make this recipe even easier, use a slow cooker liner for quick cleanup.
Storing & Reheating Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated for a quick and easy meal.
Freezing Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the steak with chicken or pork for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time, then assemble and cook in the crockpot when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little milk or beef broth.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Heavy Cream
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Parsley
- Grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Trim fat from steak, cut into bite-sized pieces, and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
- Cook the potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in the crockpot with a little oil, salt, and pepper. Cook on high for 2 hours.
- Sear the steak: Heat a skillet over high heat, add steak pieces, and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, garlic powder, and parsley. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Add seared steak and any accumulated juices to the crockpot with potatoes. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the top. Stir to combine. Serve hot with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the steak with chicken or pork for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time, then assemble and cook in the crockpot when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little milk or beef broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated for a quick and easy meal.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 40g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 160mg
- Sat. Fat: 22g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Crockpot Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time, then assemble and cook in the crockpot when ready to serve.
The #1 reason this recipe fails is overcooking the steak in the crockpot. To prevent this, sear the steak first, then add it to the crockpot with the sauce.
Yes, this recipe can be made in the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes for the best texture.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just be sure to use gluten-free seasonings and check the labels on any store-bought ingredients.
A Warm Final Note
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