Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the chicken tender and the sauce creamy. The result? A cozy, hearty meal that’s better than takeout. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Crockpot Chicken Tikka Masala and Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Potatoes.
Why This Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Perfectly tender chicken and potatoes
- Creamy garlic parmesan sauce
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Better than takeout taste
What You'll Need for Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Baby red potatoes
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic cloves
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
- Onion powder
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Grated parmesan cheese
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts and potatoes in the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and onion powder.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix heavy cream, minced garlic, and parmesan cheese. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken and potatoes from crockpot. Shred chicken and return to crockpot. Stir in fresh parsley and serve.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
- : For extra creaminess, blend the sauce with an immersion blender before adding the chicken back in.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken or it will become dry. Remove it from the crockpot when it's still slightly pink in the middle.
- : For a thicker sauce, cook the chicken and potatoes on high for the last 15-20 minutes with the lid off.
Storing & Reheating Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Divide into containers and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the crockpot. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
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Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Baby red potatoes
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic cloves
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried thyme
- Dried oregano
- Onion powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts and potatoes in the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and onion powder.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix heavy cream, minced garlic, and parmesan cheese. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken and potatoes from crockpot. Shred chicken and return to crockpot. Stir in fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Divide into containers and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the crockpot. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 14g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Overcooking is the most common reason for dry chicken. Remove it from the crockpot when it's still slightly pink in the middle.
No, this recipe is best suited for the crockpot. The slow cooking process helps to tenderize the chicken and potatoes.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just be sure to use gluten-free chicken broth if needed.
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts. Increase the cooking time by 1-2 hours on low or 30-60 minutes on high.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Potatoes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
