If you’re looking for an easy, hearty, and incredibly delicious dinner idea, this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Tips and Potatoes recipe will become your new go-to.
Packed with tender beef tips, flavorful potatoes, and a savory garlic butter sauce, this one-pot wonder requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Effortless Cooking: The crockpot does all the heavy lifting. Simply toss the ingredients in, and let it work its magic while you go about your day.
Incredible Flavor: The combination of garlic, butter, and herbs infuses every bite with rich, comforting flavors.
One-Pot Meal: No need for multiple dishes. This recipe is self-contained with protein, starch, and sauce all in one pot.
Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy family gathering, this dish is sure to impress.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Beef and Potatoes:
- 2 pounds beef tips (or stew meat)
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (halved if large)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
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For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
How to Make Garlic Butter Beef Tips and Potatoes
Step 1: Prepare the Beef and Potatoes
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Season the beef tips with salt, pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
Sear the beef tips in batches, browning them on all sides. This step locks in flavor but is optional if you’re short on time.
Add the baby potatoes to the crockpot, followed by the seared beef tips.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet (or a small saucepan), melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
(Optional) If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Add this to the sauce and stir until slightly thickened.
Step 3: Slow Cook
Pour the garlic butter sauce over the beef tips and potatoes in the crockpot.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Once cooked, give the dish a gentle stir to coat everything in the sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy this comforting meal with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad!
Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Tips and Potatoes
This Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Tips and Potatoes is a rich, savory dish featuring tender beef tips and creamy baby potatoes, all coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce.
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
For the Beef and Potatoes:
- 2 pounds beef tips (or stew meat)
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (halved if large)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef tips with salt, pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the beef tips in batches, browning them on all sides. This step locks in flavor but is optional if you’re short on time.
- Add the baby potatoes to the crockpot, followed by the seared beef tips.
- In the same skillet (or a small saucepan), melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- (Optional) If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Add this to the sauce and stir until slightly thickened.
- Pour the garlic butter sauce over the beef tips and potatoes in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Once cooked, give the dish a gentle stir to coat everything in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy this comforting meal with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours on low
This is a wonderful recipe! Delicious and easy. It is my husband’s new favorite dish. Thank you!
I made this tonite without the potatoes, served over egg noodles. It was delicious! The only other change I made was adding a small splash of wine.