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BEST High Protein Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Bites - Easy Dinner

These high-protein, melt-in-your-mouth beef bites are cooked in a slow cooker and drenched in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This easy dinner recipe transforms tough chuck roast into tender, juicy perfection with minimal effort, making it a weeknight staple.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Chuck Roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth low sodium
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce low sodium
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Rosemary
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • Fresh Parsley optional, for garnish
  • Rice, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice for serving

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season beef cubes generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the beef in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, until browned on all sides.
  4. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.
  5. Add minced garlic, beef broth, butter, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  8. Pour the slurry into the slow cooker and stir gently.
  9. Cook on high for another 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  10. Serve hot over rice, mashed potatoes, cauliflower rice, or with your favorite side dishes.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

Searing the beef is crucial for developing flavor and sealing in juices. For best results, cook on low for 6-8 hours. If you're short on time, you can cook it on high for 3-4 hours, but be sure to monitor the liquid level to prevent it from drying out. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also use tapioca starch as an alternative thickening agent.