Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
Crockpot Chicken and Veggies is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 15 minutes of prep and cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to tender, flavorful chicken and perfectly cooked veggies every time. The golden, juicy chicken and crisp-tender veggies will make your whole house smell cozy and inviting. Try it with my Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken and Lion Pancakes.
Why This Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights Is Pure Comfort
- One-pot, easy cleanup
- Tender, flavorful chicken
- Crisp-tender veggies
- Perfect for meal prepping
What You'll Need for Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
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
- carrots
- onion
- garlic cloves
- dried thyme
- dried rosemary
- salt
- black pepper
- olive oil
- minced garlic
- Optional: fresh parsley
- Optional: lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use chicken thighs for this recipe.
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How to Make Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
- Step 3: Arrange the veggie mixture on top of the chicken in the crockpot.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 5: Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred. Stir it back into the veggie mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
- : For even cooking, make sure your chicken breasts are of similar thickness.
- Common mistake and fix: If your chicken is still tough, it may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking it on high for an additional hour.
- : For added flavor, you can brown the chicken in a pan before adding it to the crockpot.
- : To make this dish even heartier, add some mushrooms or bell peppers to the veggie mixture.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Freezing Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
Freeze cooked chicken and veggies for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, you can add a splash of chicken broth to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for this recipe.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken is still tough, it may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking it on high for an additional hour.
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Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- baby red potatoes
- carrots
- onion
- garlic cloves
Seasonings
- dried thyme
- dried rosemary
- salt
- black pepper
- olive oil
- minced garlic
Optional Toppings
- fresh parsley
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
- Step 3: Arrange the veggie mixture on top of the chicken in the crockpot.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 5: Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred. Stir it back into the veggie mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, you can add a splash of chicken broth to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for this recipe.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken is still tough, it may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking it on high for an additional hour.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and veggies for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights FAQs
Yes, this recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
If your chicken is still tough, it may not have cooked long enough. Try cooking it on high for an additional hour.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 15-20 minutes, then release the pressure naturally.
You can add some mushrooms or bell peppers to the veggie mixture to make this dish heartier.
Yes, you can freeze cooked chicken and veggies for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights 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!
