Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot — Tender, juicy steak bites cooked with potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect, melt-in-your-mouth steak bites every time. The crispy edges and creamy potatoes will make your family beg for more. Try it with my Easy Summer Yogurt Parfait for a complete meal. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Summer Yogurt Parfait and Easy Zuppa Toscana Casserole.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, juicy steak bites in every bite
- Creamy potatoes cooked to perfection
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping
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)
- Baby Potatoes
- Garlic Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika (optional)
- Optional: Fresh Parsley
- Optional: Red Pepper Flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or flank steak works best for this recipe. You can also use beef chuck or round steak.
- Baby Potatoes: Red or Yukon Gold potatoes work well in this recipe. You can also use sweet 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. Cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika (optional).
- Cook the potatoes: Cut potatoes into quarters. Boil for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Crockpot cooking: Place steak bites in the crockpot. Top with boiled potatoes. Melt garlic butter and pour over the top. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (optional). Serve hot and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking can make the steak tough. To prevent this, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Aim for 145°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium.
- Pro tip: For even more flavor, try marinating the steak in the garlic butter mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Pro tip: To make this recipe even easier, you can use frozen potatoes. Just add them to the crockpot with the steak and increase the cooking time by 1-2 hours.
- Pro tip: For a healthier version, try using chicken breasts instead of steak. The cooking time will be shorter, so keep an eye on it to prevent overcooking.
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 until ready to cook. This will save you time on busy weeknights.
Freezing Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes 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 for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Add a little water to the dish to prevent drying out.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pot meal, you can cook the potatoes in the crockpot with the steak. Just add them to the crockpot at the same time as the steak.
- Best substitution: If you don't have a crockpot, you can make this recipe in the oven. Just cook the steak and potatoes together in a baking dish at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook a big batch and portion it out for the week.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Troubleshooting: If your steak is tough, it's likely overcooked. To prevent this, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Aim for 145°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak (Sirloin or Flank)
- Baby Potatoes
- Garlic Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Seasonings
- Garlic
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Parsley
- Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Trim excess fat from the steak. Cut into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika (optional).
- Cook the potatoes: Cut potatoes into quarters. Boil for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Crockpot cooking: Place steak bites in the crockpot. Top with boiled potatoes. Melt garlic butter and pour over the top. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (optional). Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pot meal, you can cook the potatoes in the crockpot with the steak. Just add them to the crockpot at the same time as the steak.
- Best substitution: If you don't have a crockpot, you can make this recipe in the oven. Just cook the steak and potatoes together in a baking dish at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook a big batch and portion it out for the week.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Troubleshooting: If your steak is tough, it's likely overcooked. To prevent this, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Aim for 145°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Add a little water to the dish to prevent drying out.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the steak and potatoes ahead of time and store them in the fridge until ready to cook. This will save you time on busy weeknights.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
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 make this recipe in the oven. Just cook the steak and potatoes together in a baking dish at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
If your steak is tough, it's likely overcooked. To prevent this, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Aim for 145°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium.
Yes, you can freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the air fryer. Just cook the steak bites and potatoes separately at 400°F for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
The best way to reheat this recipe is in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Add a little water to the dish to prevent drying out.
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!
