Description
Enjoy the hearty and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes, a perfect lazy dinner solution that combines tender chicken, crispy potatoes, and rich Parmesan cheese, all cooked effortlessly in your slow cooker. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, delivering incredible taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in or boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and dice the potatoes evenly.
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your crockpot.
- Surround the chicken with diced potatoes and sprinkle minced garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper over the top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and cover with the lid.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
- Shred the chicken slightly once cooked, then stir in Parmesan cheese and heavy cream or sour cream.
- Let sit uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken the sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs.
- Can be served over rice, pasta, or with steamed vegetables for variety.
- Make ahead and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Freeze leftovers up to 2 months for extended storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 4-5 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 460 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg