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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

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This easy family dinner recipe features juicy chicken and tender potatoes slow-cooked in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. It’s a comforting, hands-off meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
  • Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Optional: Extra Parmesan for serving
  • Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream for a creamier sauce
  • Optional: Additional vegetables (green beans, carrots, broccoli, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Wash and halve (or quarter) the baby potatoes. Mince the garlic. If using chicken breasts, trim excess fat.
  2. Place the chicken in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Scatter the potatoes evenly around and on top of the chicken.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Stir until smooth. (Add heavy cream if using.)
  4. Pour the garlic Parmesan sauce evenly over the chicken and potatoes. Gently toss to coat.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and potatoes are tender.
  6. Gently stir everything. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
  7. If the sauce is too thin, leave the lid off for the last 30 minutes or mash a few potatoes into the sauce to thicken.
  8. Serve hot, spooning chicken and potatoes onto plates and drizzling with sauce. Enjoy with a green salad or crusty bread.

Notes

For best results, cut potatoes evenly and place chicken on the bottom of the slow cooker. Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor. Add extra veggies like green beans or carrots for more nutrition. If the sauce is too thin, mash a few potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry. Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well.

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Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken, chicken and potatoes, easy family dinner, comfort food, gluten-free, meal prep, weeknight dinner

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