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Craving comfort food that cooks itself while you live your life? This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes brings juicy chicken, buttery potatoes, and a savory garlic-parm sauce together in one slow cooker. Toss everything in, set it, and come back to a family-friendly dinner with minimal cleanup. You’ll get big flavor, weeknight speed, and true one-pot ease.
Why This Recipe
This is the set-it-and-forget-it dinner you lean on when the day is packed. It’s hearty enough for game night and cozy enough for Sunday supper. Kids love the creamy, cheesy finish, and grown-ups appreciate the garlicky, herby balance.
Because it all cooks in one crock, prep is quick and dishes stay light. It scales well for meal prep, and leftovers taste even better as the flavors settle.
Why You Will Love It
- Minimal prep with simple pantry staples
- One-pot slow cooker method for easy cleanup
- Balanced garlicky, savory Parmesan flavor without heaviness
- Family-friendly and weeknight reliable
- Flexible with add-ins like greens or carrots
- Dependably juicy chicken and tender potatoes every time
Ingredients You Will Need
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: lean protein that stays tender in the slow cooker.
- Baby potatoes, halved: hold shape and become creamy inside.
- Chicken broth: creates moisture and carries flavor into the meat and potatoes.
- Grated parmesan cheese: salty umami that thickens the sauce slightly.
- Garlic, minced: the star aroma that infuses the whole pot.
- Italian seasoning: layered herbs to round out the savory profile.
- Salt and black pepper: essential seasoning from start to finish.
- Red pepper flakes (optional): a gentle kick to balance richness.
- Olive oil: helps the seasoning cling and enriches the sauce.
- Fresh parsley (optional): bright, fresh finish for color and lift.
Substitutions & Add-Ins
- Chicken: swap breasts for boneless skinless thighs for extra juiciness.
- Potatoes: use Yukon gold chunks or small red potatoes if baby potatoes are unavailable.
- Dairy-friendly options: use a vegetarian hard cheese labeled Parmesan-style if needed.
- Extra veg: add sliced carrots, green beans (last hour), or baby spinach in the final 10 minutes.
- Spice level: skip red pepper flakes for mild, or add a pinch more for gentle heat.
- Gluten-friendly: all listed ingredients are naturally gluten-friendly; always check labels on broth and seasonings.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the crockpot: Lightly grease the insert to prevent sticking and help the sauce coat evenly.
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss chicken to coat.
- Layer potatoes: Add halved baby potatoes to the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and half of the minced garlic. Stir to distribute.
- Add chicken: Nestle seasoned chicken breasts on top of the potatoes in a single layer for even cooking.
- Slow cook: Cover and cook on High for 3.5 to 4.5 hours or on Low for 6 to 7 hours, until chicken is 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
- Finish with Parmesan and garlic: Sprinkle grated parmesan and remaining garlic over the chicken and potatoes. Cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes to melt cheese and mellow the raw garlic edge.
- Adjust and rest: Taste the sauce; add a pinch of salt or pepper if needed. Let rest 5 minutes so juices settle and the sauce lightly thickens.
- Garnish and serve: Top with chopped fresh parsley and spoon the garlicky Parmesan sauce over each portion.
Why it matters: Layering potatoes under the chicken protects them from drying out and lets the broth carry flavor up through the pot. Finishing with Parmesan at the end keeps the sauce smooth, not gritty.
Tips for Perfect Results
- Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Keep the lid closed while cooking to maintain steady heat.
- Use a thermometer to confirm chicken hits 165°F for doneness without overcooking.
- If the sauce tastes flat, add a splash of broth and a pinch of salt to wake it up.
- For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of olive oil at the end.
- If you want thicker sauce, mash a few potato pieces into the broth just before serving.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving so juices redistribute.
Serving Ideas & Variations
- Serve with a crisp green salad or steamed broccoli for color and crunch.
- Spoon over quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice to catch the sauce.
- Lemon-herb twist: finish with lemon zest and extra parsley.
- Smoky-but-pork-free: add a pinch of smoked paprika in step 2.
- Veg-forward: stir in baby spinach at the end until wilted.
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze portions for up to 3 months. Cool completely before freezing.
- Thaw: Overnight in the fridge.
- Reheat: Microwave covered on medium power 1 to 2 minutes per serving, stirring halfway. Or reheat in a skillet with a splash of broth over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes until hot.
Recipe FAQs
What is crockpot garlic Parmesan chicken u0026amp; potatoes?
It is a slow cooker meal where chicken breasts and baby potatoes simmer in a garlicky, herby broth and finish with Parmesan for a savory, creamy-style sauce.
Can you cook garlic Parmesan chicken in a crockpot?
Yes. The crockpot keeps chicken moist and allows garlic, herbs, and Parmesan to infuse deeply with very little hands-on time.
Can you cook garlic Parmesan potatoes in a crock pot?
Absolutely. Baby potatoes become tender and creamy as they cook under the chicken, soaking up the seasoned broth.
How long do you cook chicken u0026amp; potatoes in Parmesan sauce?
Cook on High for about 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 7 hours, then finish with Parmesan for 10 to 15 minutes until melted and flavorful.
Conclusion
This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes delivers maximum comfort with minimal effort. You get juicy chicken, tender potatoes, and a savory garlic-Parmesan sauce that tastes like it simmered all afternoon. If you try it, leave a comment and a star rating so others can find it. Share it on Pinterest or Facebook to help friends win dinner too. What veggie would you add to make it your signature version?
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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Lean protein that stays tender in the slow cooker.
- 1 lb Baby potatoes, halved Hold shape and become creamy inside.
- 1 cup Chicken broth Creates moisture and carries flavor into the meat and potatoes.
- 1/2 cup Grated parmesan cheese Salty umami that thickens the sauce slightly.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced The star aroma that infuses the whole pot.
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Layered herbs to round out the savory profile.
- 1 tsp Salt Essential seasoning from start to finish.
- 1 tsp Black pepper Essential seasoning from start to finish.
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional) A gentle kick to balance richness.
- 1 tbsp Olive oil Helps the seasoning cling and enriches the sauce.
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley (optional) Bright, fresh finish for color and lift.
Instructions
Preparation
- Lightly grease the crockpot insert to prevent sticking.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss chicken to coat.
- Add halved baby potatoes to the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and half of the minced garlic. Stir to distribute.
- Nestle seasoned chicken breasts on top of the potatoes in a single layer.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on High for 3.5 to 4.5 hours or on Low for 6 to 7 hours, until chicken is 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan and remaining garlic over the chicken and potatoes. Cover and cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Taste the sauce; add a pinch of salt or pepper if needed. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Top with chopped fresh parsley and spoon the garlicky parmesan sauce over each portion.