Tender Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef Dinner (Print Version)
Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef melts in your mouth. This easy, rich recipe brings comfort without fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 360 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 380 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
Chuck Roast (3-4 lbs)
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Beef Broth (1.5 cups)
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Soy Sauce (2 tbsp)
04 -
Worcestershire Sauce (1 tbsp)
→ Flavor Boosters
05 -
Garlic (8-10 cloves, minced)
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Unsalted Butter (1/2 cup, melted)
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Dried Italian Seasoning (1 tbsp)
08 -
Onion Powder (1 tsp)
09 -
Garlic Powder (1 tsp)
→ Seasonings & Thickener
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Salt (1 tsp)
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Black Pepper (1/2 tsp)
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Cornstarch (2 tbsp, mixed with 2 tbsp cold water)
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, pat that chuck roast dry with some paper towels. This helps it brown better, if you choose to sear it. Then, generously season the beef all over with salt and black pepper. I usually get a little messy here, it’s just part of the process, right? You want a good coating on all sides. This step is where you build the initial flavor foundation for your Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef.
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Now, if you have an extra 10 minutes, I really recommend searing the beef. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of oil. Sear the roast for 3-4 minutes per side, until it’s beautifully browned. This creates a fantastic crust and locks in so much flavor. I skipped this once because I was in a rush, and honestly, it still tasted good, but that deep, rich flavor wasn't quite there.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic (all 8-10 cloves!), beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and garlic powder. Give it a good whisk until everything is combined. Oh, the smell of that raw garlic and butter – pure magic! This savory blend is the heart of your Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef.
04 -
Carefully place your seasoned (and seared, if you did it!) chuck roast into your slow cooker. Pour that glorious garlic butter sauce all over the beef. Make sure it's mostly submerged, or at least well-coated. I usually try to get some of those minced garlic bits right on top of the roast. This is where the magic really starts to happen.
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Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 6 hours. Seriously, just walk away and let it do its thing. Don't peek! Every time you lift the lid, you lose heat, and that just means it takes longer. You want that beef to be fall-apart tender, almost shreddable with a fork. The anticipation is real during this cooking time!
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Once the beef is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and set it aside on a cutting board. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Pour this slurry into the hot liquid in the slow cooker, whisking constantly. Cook on high for about 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your liking. Shred the beef with two forks, then return it to the thickened sauce. The aroma is just incredible at this point; you know your Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Beef is ready!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't skimp on the garlic – it mellows wonderfully in the slow cooker.
02 -
Cool leftovers completely before storing to maintain quality and safety.
03 -
Searing the beef first adds a deeper flavor, it's worth the extra step if you have time.
04 -
Serve over creamy mashed potatoes to soak up all that delicious garlic butter sauce.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Slow cooker
02 -
whisk
03 -
large skillet (optional for searing)
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cutting board
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two forks
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 500 kcal
Total Fat: 40 g
Total Carbohydrate: 8 g
Protein: 35 g