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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes 🍗🧄🧀
1. Introduction
If you’re craving a comforting, cheesy chicken dish with tender potatoes, look no further than this garlic parmesan chicken recipe made in the slow cooker. This dish offers a perfect blend of crispy, flavorful chicken with an irresistibly cheesy sauce, all cooked to perfection in your crockpot. It’s the ideal meal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want to enjoy a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth dinner without much effort. Slow cooker chicken recipes like this are great because they allow the flavors to develop slowly, resulting in a tender, juicy, and aromatic meal that the whole family will love.
2. Ingredients for Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk for a lighter option
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
3. Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken
Prepare the chicken and potatoes
Start by seasoning the chicken breasts or thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden but not fully cooked. This step helps to add a crispy texture to the chicken, which contrasts nicely with the tender potatoes and creamy sauce.
Layer the ingredients in the crockpot
Place the halved or quartered potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot. Layer the seared chicken on top of the potatoes. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the chicken and potatoes, then pour in the heavy cream or milk. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning on top. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil for extra flavor.
Cook the dish
Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. During cooking, the chicken become incredibly tender, and the potatoes absorb all the delicious flavors. If you want a crisped exterior, you can transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and broil it in your oven for 2-3 minutes until the tops are golden and slightly crispy. For more quick dinner ideas, explore our easy garlic parmesan chicken skewers.
Finish and garnish
Once cooked, sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the dish. Serve hot for an incredibly flavorful and cheesy slow cooker chicken meal that’s sure to impress.
4. Storage Tips for Leftover Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken
Allow any leftovers to cool completely before transferring them to airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave in 30-second intervals or reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. You can also freeze leftovers in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months, making this dish perfect for meal prep.
5. Serving Suggestions for Cheesy Chicken and Potatoes
This creamy garlic parmesan chicken pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, a fresh green salad, or even a side of crusty bread to soak up the cheesy sauce. For additional comfort food inspiration, check out our Print
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
Tender crockpot chicken and potatoes soaked in garlic parmesan sauce, slow-cooked to perfection, served hot and piping with fresh herbs.
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 pound baby potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts and potatoes in the crockpot.
- Mix garlic, parmesan, heavy cream, melted butter, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour sauce over chicken and potatoes.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add extra Parmesan for richer flavor.
- Adjust cooking time for smaller or larger chicken breasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg