Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
A comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and fluffy potatoes cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1.5 lbs Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional for browning) Optional, for enhanced flavor
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Adds color and flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks and slice the potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
- Optionally, brown the chicken in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until golden.
Cooking
- Transfer the chicken and potatoes into the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, mix together heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, and a dash of salt and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3.5 to 4 hours.
- Once cooked, gently stir to mix all ingredients.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients whenever possible for better flavor. Cut chicken pieces uniformly for even cooking. Adjust seasoning before serving and consider adding a cornstarch slurry for a thicker sauce if desired.