Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
A simple and tasty slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken breasts and baby potatoes in a delicious garlic and parmesan blend.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Skinless breast for tenderness
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved Baby potatoes for even cooking
- 1 cup chicken broth Provides moisture
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese Adds flavor and richness
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for best flavor
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Herbal flavor complement
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground preferred
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For some heat, optional
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For seasoning the chicken
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) For decoration and flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the baby potatoes and halve them. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Layer the halved potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring they are well coated.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the chicken. Then, add the grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Check if the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the potatoes should be fork-tender.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken and potatoes gently from the crockpot. Spoon any remaining sauce over the top.
Garnish & Serve
- Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle over the dish for added color and flavor before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and seasonings for a few hours before cooking. You can add other vegetables like carrots or green beans for more variety. For a crispier texture, broil the chicken in the oven for a few minutes after it cooks in the crockpot. Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a richer taste, or use mozzarella or cheddar for a different flavor profile.