Oh, you know those nights where everything feels like a mad dash? Between school pickups, homework battles, and just trying to get a moment to breathe, dinner can feel like climbing Mount Everest. That’s *exactly* when my Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef swoops in and saves the day! Seriously, this recipe is pure magic. You just toss everything in the slow cooker, and hours later, you’re rewarded with the most ridiculously tender beef swimming in this rich, super savory garlic butter sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s so darn easy, you’ll wonder how you ever got by without it. Trust me, your busy weeknights just got a whole lot tastier and a whole lot less stressful.
Why You’ll Love This Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Honestly, what’s not to love? This recipe is a lifesaver for so many reasons:
- So Easy!: Seriously, just a few minutes of prep, and your crockpot does all the heavy lifting. Perfect for when you’re just drained.
- Flavor Explosion: That garlic butter sauce? It’s divine! It infuses the beef with so much rich, savory deliciousness.
- Unbelievable Tenderness: The low and slow cooking makes the beef melt-in-your-mouth tender. You can literally shred it with a fork!
- Busy Weeknight Savior: It’s the ultimate dump-and-go meal. Means you can actually relax a bit when you get home.
Ingredients for Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Alright, let’s talk about what you’ll need to make this amazing Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef. It’s all about simple, good-quality stuff that comes together like a charm:
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
See? Nothing too fancy! Just grab these, and you’re pretty much set.
Essential Equipment for Your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Okay, so you’ve got your ingredients ready, right? To make this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef as easy as pie (or, well, slow cooker magic!), you’ll want a few trusty kitchen companions. Of course, the star is your trusty 6-quart slow cooker – that’s where all the flavor happens! You’ll also need some measuring cups and spoons to get those liquids and spices just right. Oh, and grab a small bowl for mixing up that glorious sauce, a whisk to get it nice and combined, and a couple of forks. Those forks are your secret weapon for shredding that impossibly tender beef later on. Easy peasy!
How to Make Perfect Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Okay, get ready because this is where the magic really happens! Making this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef is seriously a breeze, and I’m going to walk you through every little step. It’s all about making life easier, right?
Preparing the Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Base
First things first, grab a bowl. We’re going to whip up this incredible sauce that basically makes our Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef sing! Whisk together the beef broth – that’s our liquid base, giving everything a nice foundation. Then, toss in that glorious half cup of butter. Because, well, it’s garlic *butter* beef, folks! Add in the soy sauce for that savory punch and the Worcestershire sauce for a little depth. Finally, sprinkle in your garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Give it all a good whisk until it’s smooth and happy. This is what’s going to coat our beef and make it oh-so-tender and flavorful.
Slow Cooking Your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Alright, sauce is ready, time for the star! Pop your beef chuck roast right into the bottom of your slow cooker. Now, pour that beautiful, whisked-up liquid mixture all over the roast. Make sure it gets down into all those nooks and crannies. And don’t forget to scatter those minced fresh garlic cloves around the roast – that’s where the intense garlic flavor really comes from! Cover it up tight. Now you have two choices: cook it on low for about 8-10 hours, which is perfect if you’re gone all day, or crank it up to high for 4-5 hours. Both ways work wonderfully, but the long, slow cook on low really makes it fall-apart tender. I usually just go with low and forget about it!
Shredding and Serving Your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Once that cooking time is up, your beef should be so tender you can poke it with a fork and it just falls apart. That’s your sign it’s ready! The best way to shred it is to take out the beef onto a cutting board or a large dish and use two forks. Just dig in and pull the meat apart; it’s honestly so satisfying! Make sure to get some of that yummy pan sauce over the shredded beef. Then, just serve it up however you like – it’s fantastic over mashed potatoes or rice. Dig in and enjoy your amazing homemade Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef!
Tips for the Best Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
You know, even with a recipe this simple, a few little tricks can take your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef from good to absolutely unforgettable. I’ve messed around with this quite a bit, so let me share what really makes it shine. First off, don’t skimp on the garlic! Using fresh minced garlic, like the 4 cloves in the recipe, makes a HUGE difference compared to just powder. It gives you this robust, authentic garlic flavor that’s just *chef’s kiss*.
Another thing I absolutely swear by is the type of beef. Chuck roast is your best friend here. It’s got enough fat marbling that it gets super tender and just melts in your mouth when cooked low and slow. If you’re looking to add some veggies, toss in some hearty ones like carrots or potatoes during the last couple of hours of cooking – they soak up all that garlic butter goodness! It’s a great way to make it a more complete meal, almost like a hearty garlic herb potato soup but with beef! And don’t forget, this beef can totally stand up to richer sides, maybe even some garlic butter sweet potatoes if you’re feeling fancy.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions for Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Okay, a quick word on a couple of the ingredients for this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef, so you know you’re getting the best flavor! For the soy sauce, I really prefer using a regular or low-sodium soy sauce – it gives that salty, umami depth we need. If soy allergies are a thing for you, tamari is a fantastic gluten-free swap that works beautifully. And butter! Yes, it’s butter beef, so use the good stuff. Unsalted is best so you can control the saltiness yourself, but if all you have is salted, just a little less of the added salt (like pepper and spices) will do the trick. It makes it easy to customize, you know? Almost like how we do our ground beef lettuce wraps where you can really play with the sauce!
Serving Suggestions for Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Okay, so you’ve got this amazing Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef, and now you’re thinking, what do I serve with it? Our slow cooker beef is so versatile! Of course, a big scoop of creamy mashed potatoes is like a hug in a bowl, soaking up all that garlicky, buttery sauce. Or, if you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, some fluffy Greek lemon rice adds a nice, bright contrast. For something a little lighter, a simple green salad with a light vinaigrette is always a winner. Honestly, it’s delicious with almost anything, but those sides really make it shine, kind of like how some roasted potatoes can elevate a whole meal!
Storage and Reheating Your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Gotta love leftovers, right? This Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef is just as good, if not better, the next day! Once it’s cooled down a bit, pop any extra meat and sauce into an airtight container. It’ll stay tasty in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Perfect for having lunch ready to go! If you want to stash it away for even longer, it freezes like a dream too. Just get it into a freezer-safe container, and it should be good for up to 2-3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions about Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Got questions about making this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef? I totally get it! It’s always good to cover the bases. Here are a few things people often ask:
Can I add vegetables to this recipe?
Oh, absolutely! This is one of my favorite things to do with this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef. You can totally toss in some hearty veggies like carrots, potatoes, or even celery during the last 2-3 hours of cooking on low. They’ll soak up all that amazing garlic butter flavor, making it a really complete meal. Just make sure they’re cut into decent-sized chunks so they don’t get mushy!
What is the best cut of beef for this crockpot recipe?
For this Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef, the absolute best cut is a beef chuck roast. Seriously, don’t mess with it! Chuck roast has that perfect amount of marbling – that little bit of fat running through it – which is exactly what you want for slow cooking. It breaks down beautifully over those long hours, giving you that incredibly tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that we all love. Other cuts might dry out or not get as tender, so stick with chuck roast for the best result!
How can I make the sauce thicker for my Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef?
If you like a saucier, thicker gravy for your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef, I’ve got a super easy trick! Just take your slow cooker off the ‘high’ setting for the last 30 minutes or so, remove the lid, and let it simmer. The liquid will reduce and thicken naturally. If you want it *really* thick, whisk together about 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with a little cold water to make a slurry, then stir that into the sauce in the slow cooker and let it simmer for a few more minutes until it’s nice and thick. It’s almost as easy as making a high-protein beef pasta sauce!
Nutritional Information for Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef
Now, let’s talk about the good stuff – the nutrition breakdown for this amazing Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef! Keep in mind these are estimates since everyone’s slow cooker and ingredients can vary a bit. Based on a 6-ounce serving, you’re looking at around 450 calories. It’s got about 25g of fat, with 10g being saturated fat, but don’t forget that good dose of protein, around 50g, which is fantastic for keeping you full and energized! It’s a pretty solid, comforting meal, and you can totally make it fit into a healthy eating plan, especially if you pair it with a good high-protein meal like this!
Share Your Crockpot Garlic Butter Beef Creations!
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PrintCrockpot Garlic Butter Beef
A simple and flavorful crockpot recipe for tender beef with garlic and butter.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 min
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Place the beef roast in your crockpot.
- In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, butter, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the beef.
- Add the minced garlic around the roast.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Shred the beef with two forks before serving.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes or rice.
- You can add vegetables like carrots or potatoes to the crockpot during the last 2-3 hours of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: crockpot, garlic butter beef, slow cooker, beef roast, easy dinner, comfort food
