Description
This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, cheesy, and bursting with rich garlic flavor. It’s a family-friendly slow cooker favorite perfect for cozy dinners, busy weeknights, or hearty lunch meal prep. With tender chunks of chicken, buttery potatoes, and a homemade Parmesan cream sauce, this easy recipe makes the best of your crockpot. Great for anyone looking for quick dinner ideas, meal prep favorites, or cozy fall food inspiration.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped into chunks
4 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 cups heavy cream
1.25 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. (Optional) In a skillet, sear the chicken in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side.
3. Chop potatoes into bite-sized chunks and toss with olive oil, salt, and minced garlic.
4. Layer the potatoes in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot, then place chicken on top.
5. Pour in heavy cream, sprinkle with Italian seasoning and half the Parmesan.
6. Set crockpot to low for 6-7 hours or high for 3.5-4 hours.
7. Before serving, stir gently and add remaining Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Notes
Browning the chicken and potatoes before adding to the crockpot enhances flavor.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and melting results.
For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of butter at the end before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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