Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Why make this recipe

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is an easy and delicious meal that can warm up your dinner table. It combines the rich flavors of garlic and Parmesan with tender chicken and hearty potatoes. This recipe is perfect for busy families or anyone looking for a comforting meal without spending hours in the kitchen. You simply throw all the ingredients in a crockpot and let it do the work for you.

How to make Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Making Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is straightforward and requires minimal effort. Follow this simple guide to create a delicious meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 4 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• Parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Place the chicken breasts and diced potatoes in the slow cooker.
2. In a bowl, mix together the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken and potatoes in the slow cooker.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
5. Garnish with parsley before serving. Enjoy your comforting meal!

How to serve Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Serve Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes hot from the crockpot. You can dish it out onto plates or serve it family-style. This meal pairs well with a simple green salad or some steamed veggies to balance the richness.

How to store Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s best to eat them within 3-4 days. You can also freeze the leftovers. Just make sure to cool them completely before transferring them to a freezer-safe container. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Tips to make Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

• Cut the potatoes into uniform sizes to ensure they cook evenly.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and Parmesan cheese based on your taste preference.
• For a bit of a kick, you can add red pepper flakes to the cream mixture.
• If you want a thicker sauce, you can use cornstarch to thicken it up towards the end of cooking.

Variation

You can modify this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots or green beans. This will enhance the flavor and add more nutrition to your meal. You can also replace chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier option.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken, but make sure to extend the cooking time. It’s better to thaw the chicken beforehand to ensure even cooking.

Can I cook this on high if I’m short on time?
Absolutely! Cooking on high will take about 3-4 hours instead of the 6-7 hours on low.

Is there a dairy-free option for this recipe?
Yes, you can use coconut cream or a dairy-free alternative to heavy cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese for a dairy-free version.

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

An easy and delicious crockpot meal combining garlic, Parmesan, tender chicken, and hearty potatoes, perfect for busy families.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless preferred.
• 4 medium potatoes, diced Cut into uniform sizes.
• 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use nutritional yeast for dairy-free option.
• 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust amount to taste.
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• as needed garnish Parsley For garnish before serving.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Place the chicken breasts and diced potatoes in the slow cooker.
2. In a bowl, mix together the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken and potatoes in the slow cooker.

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 the potatoes are tender.
2. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. To thicken the sauce, you can add cornstarch towards the end of cooking.