Description
Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Potatoes deliver pure comfort straight from your slow cooker, creating a hearty meal that fills your kitchen with delicious aromas. Tender chicken and creamy potatoes combine with savory garlic and sharp Parmesan for a dinner that brings your family together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid:
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Mince 4 fresh garlic cloves and slice 1 lb baby potatoes in half, ensuring even, bite-sized pieces for consistent cooking.
- Liberally season 4 chicken breasts with salt and pepper, creating a flavorful base for your dish.
- Arrange seasoned chicken breasts across the bottom of your crockpot, creating a single layer for even heat distribution.
- Scatter halved potatoes around and between chicken breasts, maximizing space and ensuring thorough cooking.
- Sprinkle 2 teaspoons dried Italian herbs evenly across the chicken and potatoes, distributing flavor throughout the dish.
- Carefully pour 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth around the ingredients, covering them approximately halfway.
- Generously shower 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the entire surface, creating a delicious melting topping.
- Secure crockpot lid and cook on low temperature for 6-7 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Check chicken’s tenderness by pulling apart with two forks – meat should easily shred and separate when fully cooked.
Notes
- Let the chicken rest in the crockpot for 10 minutes after cooking to help it absorb more flavor and stay extra juicy.
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer a richer, more tender meat that won’t dry out as easily.
- For a lower-carb version, replace potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips that absorb the same delicious herbs and garlic.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can replace dried Italian seasoning for a brighter, fresher taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg