Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Beef with Tender Potatoes 🥩🥔
A delicious, comforting slow cooker dinner featuring tender beef, golden potatoes, garlic, and fragrant herbs simmered in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for an easy family meal!
đź“ť Ingredients
– 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large pieces
– 1½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
– 1 medium onion, sliced
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 cup beef broth
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening the gravy)
– 2 tablespoons cold water (optional)
👩‍🍳 Instructions
1. Season the beef
Pat the beef dry and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, rosemary, and thyme.
2. Sear for extra flavor
Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the beef on all sides. This step is optional but adds a richer flavor.
3. Prepare the slow cooker
Place the potatoes and sliced onion in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the minced garlic.
4. Add the liquid
Place the beef on top. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
5. Slow cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and the potatoes are soft. Cooking time depends on the size of the beef pieces and your slow cooker.
6. Thicken the gravy (optional)
Mix the cornstarch with cold water. Stir it into the cooking liquid during the final 20–30 minutes, until the gravy thickens.
7. Serve and enjoy
Spoon the tender beef and potatoes onto a serving plate. Drizzle with the rich garlic herb gravy and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
❤️ Serving Suggestion
Serve warm with steamed green beans, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy.
Enjoy this cozy, homemade slow cooker dinner! 🍽️