Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
A hands-free, comforting dish that combines garlic, parmesan, and tender chicken with hearty baby potatoes, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved Wash and halve before using.
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese For topping.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For coating the chicken.
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, optional for garnish Chop before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the baby potatoes and halve them.
- Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Layer the halved potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring they are well coated.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the chicken.
- Top with the grated parmesan cheese.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
Serving
- Once cooked, check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and that potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove chicken and potatoes from the crockpot gently and spoon any remaining sauce over the top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for a few hours before cooking. You can also add other vegetables like carrots or green beans. If you prefer a crispier texture, broil the chicken for a few minutes after cooking.