Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

Why make this recipe

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes is a delicious and easy meal that suits busy people and families. This recipe requires minimal prep time and uses a slow cooker, which allows you to set it and forget it. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful spices, and creamy garlic parmesan sauce makes it a comforting dish. Plus, the potatoes cook alongside the chicken, soaking up all the tasty flavors.

How to make Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

Making this dish is simple and straightforward. Just follow these easy steps, and you’ll have a hearty meal ready with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breasts
• 5 medium-sized potatoes, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• Garlic powder, to taste
• Paprika, for seasoning potatoes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce (enough to coat chicken)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Wash and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a bowl, toss the chopped potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Place the seasoned potatoes at the bottom of a slow cooker.
4. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
5. Lay the seasoned chicken on top of the potatoes.
6. Spread the minced garlic evenly over the chicken.
7. Pour enough Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce to coat the chicken thoroughly.
8. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
9. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Cover and let it melt.
10. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or herbs if desired.

How to serve Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

This dish is best served warm. You can enjoy it on its own or with a side salad to balance the meal. For extra flavor and presentation, sprinkle some additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs on top before serving.

How to store Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for about 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze individual portions. Just remember to thaw before reheating.

Tips to make Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

• To enhance the flavors, marinate the chicken in the garlic parmesan sauce for a few hours before cooking.
• Adjust the spices based on your taste. If you like it spicy, add some cayenne pepper.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or green beans for extra nutrients.

Variation

You can switch out chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer a richer flavor. Additionally, you can use different types of cheese, such as cheddar or pepper jack, to switch things up a bit.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken, but it may increase the cooking time. Ensure the chicken is cooked completely before serving.

Can I make this dish in advance?
Yes, you can prepare everything the night before and store it in the refrigerator. Just turn on the slow cooker in the morning, and it will be ready by dinner.

Is this dish gluten-free?
Yes, all the ingredients listed are gluten-free, as long as you ensure the sauces used do not contain gluten.

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

A delicious and easy slow cooker meal featuring tender chicken and flavorful potatoes in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the chicken and potatoes

• 1 lb chicken breasts
• 5 medium-sized potatoes, chopped Chopped into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• to taste Salt
• to taste Pepper
• to taste Garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika For seasoning potatoes
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• enough to coat Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Method

 

Preparation

1. Wash and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a bowl, toss the chopped potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Place the seasoned potatoes at the bottom of a slow cooker.
4. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
5. Lay the seasoned chicken on top of the potatoes.
6. Spread the minced garlic evenly over the chicken.
7. Pour enough Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce to coat the chicken thoroughly.

Cooking

1. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
2. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Cover and let it melt.

Serving

1. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or herbs if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze individual portions and thaw before reheating. You can enhance flavors by marinating the chicken in the garlic parmesan sauce beforehand. Adjust spices based on taste and consider adding vegetables like carrots or green beans for extra nutrients.