Description
This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a comforting, flavorful slow-cooked meal featuring tender chicken breasts and baby potatoes simmered in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy days, this easy-to-make crockpot dish delivers creamy, cheesy goodness infused with Italian herbs, making it an ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Potatoes
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional for a creamy sauce)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place them at the bottom of the crockpot to create a flavorful base.
- Add the Potatoes: Halve the baby potatoes and arrange them on top of the chicken inside the crockpot, ensuring even layering.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, chicken broth, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and potatoes to infuse them with rich flavors.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. Cook until chicken is thoroughly done and potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Cream (Optional): If you prefer a creamier sauce, stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking to enhance the sauce’s richness.
- Finish with Cheese: About 10 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top and cover the crockpot to allow it to melt, creating a delicious cheesy crust.
- Garnish: Once cooking is complete, garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and added flavor.
- Serve: Gently stir the dish to combine all flavors before serving. Enjoy this comforting and hearty meal hot from the crockpot.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, you can add the heavy cream at the beginning, but adding it at the end keeps it from curdling.
- If you prefer, use skin-on chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Baby red potatoes work best as they cook evenly; larger potatoes may need to be cut into smaller pieces.
- Italian seasoning can be substituted with a blend of dried oregano, basil, and thyme.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
