Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot. Tender, juicy steak bites in a rich garlic butter sauce. Better than takeout, ready in just 4 hours. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect steak bites every time. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Mediterranean Baked Cod with Tomatoes and Olives and Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, juicy steak bites every time
- Rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Perfect for busy weeknights or 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
- Paprika
- Italian Seasoning
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Optional: Fresh Parsley
- Optional: Red Pepper Flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or flank steak works best for these steak bites. You can also use leftover steak for a quick and easy meal.
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How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
- Prepare Steak: Trim excess fat from steak, cut into bite-sized pieces, and lightly pound with a meat tenderizer.
- Season Steak: Season steak bites with salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss with 2 tbsp butter until coated.
- Cook Steak: Cook steak bites in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook Potatoes: In the same skillet, cook diced potatoes until browned. Add to crockpot.
- Make Sauce: In the skillet, melt remaining butter. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 minute. Pour over steak bites in crockpot.
- Crockpot: Add steak bites to crockpot with potatoes. Cook on low for 4 hours.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes in the Crockpot
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking can make steak bites tough. To prevent this, cook on low for 3-4 hours and check for doneness before serving.
- Pro tip: For extra flavor, deglaze the skillet with a little red wine or beef broth before adding the sauce to the crockpot.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, cook steak bites and potatoes in the crockpot, then refrigerate. Reheat in the crockpot or oven before serving.
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: Steak bites can be made ahead and refrigerated. Reheat in the crockpot or oven before serving.
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 (180°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. Stir halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Best substitution: No Worcestershire sauce? Substitute with soy sauce or tamari for a similar umami flavor.
- Make-ahead: Steak bites can be made ahead and refrigerated. Reheat in the crockpot or oven before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your steak bites are tough, they may have been overcooked. To fix, slice against the grain and serve with a rich sauce to add moisture.
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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
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Italian Seasoning
- Worcestershire Sauce
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Parsley
- Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Steak: Trim excess fat from steak, cut into bite-sized pieces, and lightly pound with a meat tenderizer.
- Season Steak: Season steak bites with salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss with 2 tbsp butter until coated.
- Cook Steak: Cook steak bites in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook Potatoes: In the same skillet, cook diced potatoes until browned. Add to crockpot.
- Make Sauce: In the skillet, melt remaining butter. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 minute. Pour over steak bites in crockpot.
- Crockpot: Add steak bites to crockpot with potatoes. Cook on low for 4 hours.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Best substitution: No Worcestershire sauce? Substitute with soy sauce or tamari for a similar umami flavor.
- Make-ahead: Steak bites can be made ahead and refrigerated. Reheat in the crockpot or oven before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your steak bites are tough, they may have been overcooked. To fix, slice against the grain and serve with a rich sauce to add moisture.
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 (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. Stir halfway through.
- Make ahead: Steak bites can be made ahead and refrigerated. Reheat in the crockpot or oven before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 11g
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, cook steak bites and potatoes in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Overcooking can make steak bites tough. To prevent this, cook on low for 3-4 hours and check for doneness before serving.
Yes, cook steak bites and potatoes in the Instant Pot at high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
Yes, freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat steak bites in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes for the best texture.
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!
