Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner is a comforting, better-than-takeout meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the chicken tender and the potatoes perfectly cooked. The garlic and parmesan create a melty, irresistible sauce that’s sure to become a family favorite. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Apple Butternut Squash Casserole Recipe for Fall Dinner and Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Recipe for Easy Dessert.
Why This Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy garlic parmesan sauce that's out of this world
- Tender chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes every time
- Easy cleanup with just one pot to wash
What You'll Need for Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
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 potatoes
- minced garlic
- parmesan cheese
- chicken broth
- dried thyme
- salt
- black pepper
- minced garlic
- dried thyme
- salt
- black pepper
- parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley
- Optional: grated parmesan cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts and baby potatoes in the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, parmesan cheese, and chicken broth. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
- Step 4: Remove chicken and potatoes from slow cooker. Stir in remaining parmesan cheese. Serve with fresh parsley and additional parmesan if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken or it will become dry. If your slow cooker runs hot, try cooking on low for less time or using the 'warm' setting.
- Pro tip: For even more flavor, add some diced onions and bell peppers to the slow cooker with the chicken and potatoes.
- Pro tip: To make this recipe even easier, you can use a rotisserie chicken and just add the potatoes to the slow cooker.
Storing & Reheating Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
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: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the slow cooker up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
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 the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: If you don't have parmesan cheese, you can use grated romano cheese instead.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stirring it into the slow cooker.
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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- baby potatoes
- minced garlic
- parmesan cheese
- chicken broth
- dried thyme
- salt
- black pepper
Seasonings
- minced garlic
- dried thyme
- salt
- black pepper
- parmesan cheese
Optional Toppings
- fresh parsley
- grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts and baby potatoes in the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, parmesan cheese, and chicken broth. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
- Step 4: Remove chicken and potatoes from slow cooker. Stir in remaining parmesan cheese. Serve with fresh parsley and additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: If you don't have parmesan cheese, you can use grated romano cheese instead.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stirring it into the slow cooker.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge 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 the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the slow cooker up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can! Cook on high pressure for 8-10 minutes, followed by a natural release.
Your slow cooker may run hot. Try cooking on low for less time or using the 'warm' setting.
Yes, you can! Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through.
This recipe is already gluten-free. Just be sure to check your chicken broth to make sure it's gluten-free as well.
Yes, you can! Just add 30-45 minutes to the cooking time.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner 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!
