Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes
This Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes is a delicious, one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, buttery potatoes, and a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy nights, this dish is comforting, easy, and full of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours
- Total Time: 5-6 hours (low) / 3-4 hours (high)
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken & Potatoes:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 6 chicken thighs)
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes, halved (Yukon gold or red potatoes work best)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening, optional)
For Garnish:
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
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Prepare the chicken & potatoes:
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken and potatoes with olive oil (or melted butter), salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Place them in the slow cooker in an even layer.
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Make the garlic Parmesan sauce:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together minced garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Slow cook:
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and potatoes.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and the potatoes are soft.
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Thicken the sauce (optional):
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water, stir it into the slow cooker, and cook on high for 15 more minutes.
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Garnish & serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Enjoy with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad!
Notes
- Crispy Chicken Option: After slow cooking, broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes for a golden crust.
- Extra Flavor: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.
- Low-Carb Version: Substitute potatoes with cauliflower florets.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Leftovers store well in the fridge for 4 days and can be frozen for 3 months.