What is the best steak for steak bites?

For the juiciest and most flavorful results, sirloin is often the best choice for steak bites. It’s tender, has a good balance of marbling, and holds up well during slow cooking. Ribeye is another excellent option if you’re looking for a richer bite with more fat and flavor. Avoid lean cuts like eye of round, as they can become tough and chewy. Choosing the right cut ensures that your Garlic Butter Steak Bites Crockpot with Potatoes turn out tender and delicious every time.

Can I use stew meat for steak bites?

Technically, you can use stew meat, but it’s not the best option for Garlic Butter Steak Bites Crockpot with Potatoes. Stew meat often comes from tougher cuts that need longer cooking to become tender. Even with a slow cooker, you might not achieve the melt-in-your-mouth texture that sirloin or ribeye provides. If stew meat is all you have, make sure to sear it well and extend the cooking time to improve the tenderness.

What does butter do to steak?

Butter adds richness and depth to steak, creating a velvety texture and enhancing natural flavors. In this dish, the garlic butter melts over the steak bites as they cook, infusing them with savory, buttery goodness. The butter also helps keep the steak moist and juicy throughout the long, slow cooking process, making every bite of your Garlic Butter Steak Bites Crockpot with Potatoes incredibly flavorful and tender.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites Crockpot with Potatoes

Description

Tender garlic butter steak bites slow-cooked in a crockpot with potatoes for a rich, hearty, and effortless comfort meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear steak bites until browned on all sides; transfer to a plate.
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Add beef broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
Place potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.
Layer steak bites over potatoes and pour garlic butter mixture on top.
Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours until steak is tender and potatoes are soft.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the garlic butter mixture.
Use ribeye for a richer, more buttery texture if preferred.
Stir gently before serving to coat everything in the garlic butter sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4–6 hours (on low)

Nutrition

Calories: 450 kcal (per serving)
Sodium: 580mg
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Beef stew meat, mini potatoes, sirloin steak, beef stock, sweet onion