Description
A comforting and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes recipe featuring tender chicken breasts, baby potatoes, garlic, and parmesan cheese slow-cooked to perfection. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for busy days and delivers a deliciously cheesy and savory dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Vegetables & Broth
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 1 cup chicken broth
Flavorings
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by washing the baby potatoes thoroughly and cutting them in half. Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside for later use.
- Season the Chicken: Rub each chicken breast with olive oil. Generously sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and, if using, red pepper flakes over the chicken and rub them in to ensure even coverage.
- Place Ingredients in Crockpot: Arrange the halved baby potatoes evenly on the bottom of the crockpot. Lay the seasoned chicken breasts directly on top of the potatoes.
- Add Chicken Broth: Pour the chicken broth evenly over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring everything is moistened to enhance flavor and prevent drying during cooking.
- Add Garlic and Cheese: Distribute the minced garlic evenly over the chicken breasts. Next, sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese generously on top, covering the chicken for a rich, cheesy crust.
- Cook the Mixture: Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking tenderizes the chicken and softens the potatoes.
- Check for Doneness: After the cooking time, verify that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption. Check the potatoes for fork-tenderness to ensure they cook through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the chicken and potatoes from the crockpot and plate them. Spoon any remaining flavorful sauce over the dish for added moisture and taste.
- Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top of the dish to add a pop of color and fresh herbaceous flavor before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Baby potatoes can be substituted with Yukon Gold potatoes cut into chunks.
- Add vegetables like green beans or carrots in the last hour of cooking for more variety.
- Ensure the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F to avoid undercooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, use a microwave or reheat gently in a skillet with a bit of broth or water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with potatoes (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, crockpot chicken recipe, slow cooker chicken and potatoes, easy chicken dinner, comfort food, one-pot meal
