Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken & Potatoes
A comforting and flavorful one-pot dish featuring tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy days or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs or breasts, skinless and boneless
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Mince the garlic, halve the potatoes, and grate the parmesan. Set everything aside for easy assembly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved potatoes with a pinch of salt, pepper, and half of the minced garlic.
- Spray the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray. Place the seasoned potatoes at the bottom, creating an even layer.
- Lay the chicken thighs (or breasts) over the potatoes, ensuring they’re not overlapping for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, melted butter, Italian seasoning, and the remaining garlic. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat for 6 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be tender, and the potatoes will be creamy and fully cooked.
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle grated parmesan evenly over the top. Let it melt into the sauce for a cheesy finish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and potatoes for maximum flavor.
Notes
[‘Spray the inside of the crockpot with cooking spray for easier cleanup.’, ‘If the sauce is too thin, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water) during the last 30 minutes of cooking.’, ‘Add vegetables like green beans or carrots in the last hour of cooking for extra nutrition.’, ‘Thighs are more forgiving and remain juicy even if slightly overcooked, while breasts need careful timing to avoid dryness.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh or b
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Crockpot Chicken, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, One-Pot Meal