Should I sear the steak bites before cooking them in the crockpot?

Searing the steak bites before adding them to the slow cooker is optional, but highly recommended. It locks in moisture and creates a caramelized crust that adds depth to Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes and Green Beans . If you're short on time, skip it—the recipe still turns out delicious.

How long do steak bites take to cook in a slow cooker?

Steak bites need 6 to 7 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH in the slow cooker. This cook time ensures the meat becomes tender and flavorful, especially in recipes like Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes and Green Beans , where the beef absorbs garlic butter over time.

When should I add green beans to the slow cooker?

Add green beans during the last 60 to 90 minutes of cook time. Adding them too early can result in mushy, overcooked beans. For Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes and Green Beans , timing the green beans correctly keeps them crisp-tender and vibrant.

Is it better to cook steak bites on Low or High in the slow cooker?

For the most tender texture, cook Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes and Green Beans on LOW. Slow cooking over several hours allows the meat to break down and absorb the garlic butter fully. HIGH works in a pinch but may result in a slightly tougher bite.

Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites With Potatoes and Green Beans Magic

Description

Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes and Green Beans is a savory, one-pot slow cooker meal that’s easy to prep and packed with comfort. Juicy steak bites simmer with buttery potatoes and crisp-tender green beans for a hearty dinner that basically cooks itself.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs sirloin or stew beef, cubed

1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved

3 cups green beans, trimmed

5 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tbsp minced garlic

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp seasoned salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

Optional: red pepper flakes, mushrooms, pearl onions

Instructions

Trim and cube the beef into bite-size pieces.

Place beef and halved potatoes in the crockpot.

In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Pour garlic butter mixture evenly over meat and potatoes. Toss to coat.

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.

During the last 60–90 minutes, add green beans and gently stir in.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve warm with optional bread or rice.

Notes

For deeper flavor, sear beef in a hot skillet before adding to the slow cooker.

Green beans are best added late to retain texture.

Use sweet potatoes or mushrooms for variety.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours

Nutrition

Calories: 465
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Beef stew meat, mini potatoes, Au jus gravy, sirloin steak, beef stock, sweet onion, black, yukon gold potatoes, olive oil, garlic