Description

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef is a delightful dish that transforms tough cuts of meat into melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Infused with rich garlic butter and aromatic herbs, this recipe fills your home with irresistible aromas and is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings. Serve it over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the velvety sauce. Effortless to prepare, this slow cooker meal will impress even the pickiest eaters and become a favorite in your home.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 tsp dried thyme
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp black pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots (optional), sliced
Salt to taste

Instructions

Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into large chunks.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear beef chunks on all sides until browned.
In your slow cooker, add chopped onions and minced garlic, then place seared beef on top.
Distribute butter pieces evenly over the meat.
Pour beef broth and soy sauce over the mixture and sprinkle with thyme, black pepper, and salt to taste.
Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
Shred or cube the beef in its sauce before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 725mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the beef overnight. Customize by adding vegetables such as potatoes or replacing herbs to suit your taste.