Slow Cooker Steak Bites with Potatoes
When it comes to easy weeknight meals, nothing beats the convenience of slow cooking. This Slow Cooker Steak Bites with Potatoes recipe is the perfect potatoes dinner recipe that the entire family will love. This dish is flavorful and satisfying and is made with tender steak bites, buttery Yukon gold potatoes, and a savory herb seasoning. Plus, it requires minimal prep, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
If you love slow cooker recipes, this one is a must-try! Be sure to also try my Slow Cooker Chili With Bacon and Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Fresh Herbs and Garlic Recipe. Next time you need an easy weeknight meal, grab these simple ingredients from your grocery store and let your crockpot do the work!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients – Uses basic pantry staples and a variety of steak cuts like top sirloin, round steak, or flat iron steak. To keep the recipe simple I prefer to use stew meat.
- Minimal Prep – Just a few minutes of chopping and seasoning before the slow cooker does the rest.
- One-Pot Meal – Everything cooks together, making cleanup a breeze.
- Versatile – Serve with a side of green beans and a salad for a complete meal for the whole family.
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Steak Bites with Potatoes
This delicious recipe is a great way to enjoy a steak dinner. Made with handful of ingredients, it’s a simple recipe with tender potatoes and cooked steak bites that melt in your mouth. Here is what you will need:
- 1 ½ – 2 lbs steak (top sirloin, round steak, or beef stew meat), cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 1 ½ pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter, sliced
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
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How to Make Stew Bites with Potatoes in the Slow Cooker
- Prepare the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine all the dried herbs and seasonings. This mix will enhance the tender bites of steak and potatoes with a bold, savory flavor.
- Prepare the Steak: Place the steak on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to trim any excess fat. Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 1 ½ inches in size. Pat the steak bites dry with a paper towel to help them sear better.
- Season the Steak: Sprinkle half the seasoning mix over the steak bites. Toss the steak to coat evenly.
- Sear the Steak Bites: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add the steak bites and sear on all sides until they develop a golden-brown crust. (If your crockpot has a sear function, you can do this step directly in the slow cooker!)
- Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared steak bites to the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the halved baby Yukon gold potatoes on top of the steak. Sprinkle the remaining seasoning mix evenly over the potatoes. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Slow Cook: Cook for 6-8 hours until the beef is tender and the potatoes are soft. If you’re short on time, cook for 3-4 hours, but low and slow yields the best results.
- Serve: Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal!
How to Serve Your Steak Bites and Potatoes
This garlic butter steak recipe is delicious on its own, but you can enhance it with a few simple additions:
- Green Beans – Add a side of roasted or steamed green beans for a complete meal.
- Fresh Parsley – Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for added color and freshness.
Recipe Tips
✔ Steak Preparation – You can add the uncooked stew meat directly to the crockpot, which will cook perfectly over time. However, I prefer to sear mine first in a cast iron skillet with butter for extra flavor.
✔ Cutting the Steak – If using stew meat, you may need to cut some pieces smaller, as they can sometimes be larger than ideal. Aim for bite size pieces so they cook evenly and become juicy steak bites.
✔ Choosing the Right Potatoes – This recipe works well with either gold baby potatoes or small red potatoes. Both varieties hold their shape well during slow cooking and become tender potatoes packed with flavor.
How to Store Leftover Steak Bites
Store any leftover crock pot steak bites and potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, reheat them on the stove or microwave for a quick and delicious meal!
Slow Cooker Steak Bites with Potatoes
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 ½ – 2 lbs steak top sirloin, round steak, or beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 1 ½ pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes halved
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter sliced
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the dried herbs and seasonings. This mix will enhance the tender bites of steak and potatoes with a bold, savory flavor.
- Place the steak on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to trim any excess fat. Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 1 ½ inches in size. Pat the steak bites dry with a paper towel to help them sear better.
- Sprinkle half the seasoning mix over the steak bites. Toss the steak to coat evenly.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add the steak bites and sear on all sides until they develop a golden-brown crust. (If your crockpot has a sear function, you can do this step directly in the slow cooker!)
- Transfer the seared steak bites to the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the halved baby Yukon gold potatoes on top of the steak. Sprinkle the remaining seasoning mix evenly over the potatoes. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook for 6-8 hours until the beef is tender and the potatoes are soft. If you’re short on time, cook for 3-4 hours, but low and slow yields the best results.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal!
Notes
✔ Cutting the Steak – If using stew meat, you may need to cut some pieces smaller, as they can sometimes be larger than ideal. Aim for bite size pieces so they cook evenly and become juicy steak bites.
✔ Choosing the Right Potatoes – This recipe works well with either gold baby potatoes or small red potatoes. Both varieties hold their shape well during slow cooking and become tender potatoes packed with flavor.
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I’m Sarah, the creator of Rocky Hedge Farm, where I share my love for simple living, homemade meals, and creating a cozy home. As a wife and mother, I’m passionate about slowing down, cooking from scratch, and finding joy in the everyday moments of life. From DIY projects and family-friendly recipes, I hope to inspire others to embrace a life rooted in simplicity and warmth.
Great steak and potatoes in the slow cooker. I followed the recipe exactly, using stew beef. My husband and I enjoyed it. Thank You 🙂
So happy to hear that you both enjoyed it! Thanks for giving it a try and for the sweet comment 😊🍽️