Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Bites

Ingredients

• 2–3 lbs beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into cubes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup beef broth

Instructions

1. Place the beef cubes in the slow cooker.
2. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
3. In a bowl, whisk together:
   • BBQ sauce
   • brown sugar
   • Worcestershire sauce
   • soy sauce
   • minced garlic
   • beef broth
4. Pour the sauce over the beef and stir gently.
5. Cook:
   • Low: 7–8 hours
   • High: 4–5 hours
6. The beef should become tender and coated in a rich sauce.

Optional Additions

• Honey for sweetness
• Red pepper flakes for heat
• Onion slices or bell peppers
• Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or slider buns

Thickening the Sauce

If you want the sauce thicker:

• Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water
• Stir into the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes