Description
Looking for a cozy, low-effort dinner idea? This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes recipe is creamy, savory, and loaded with melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Perfect for an easy dinner, this one-pot comfort food recipe combines tender chicken and golden potatoes in a garlic-Parmesan cream sauce that slow cooks to perfection. Whether you need quick weeknight meal ideas, a set-it-and-forget-it option, or hearty food ideas the whole family will love, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Great for meal prep, busy schedules, or just indulging in a satisfying bite.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1.5 lbs Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cut chicken into chunks and potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Mince garlic and grate Parmesan.
2. (Optional) Brown chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side.
3. Add chicken and potatoes to the crockpot.
4. In a bowl, mix heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour mixture over chicken and potatoes.
6. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3.5–4 hours until tender.
7. Stir gently before serving. Garnish with parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
Use fresh Parmesan for a smoother, creamier sauce.
Browning the chicken first adds depth of flavor.
Let the sauce thicken by cooking uncovered for the last 30 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: crockpot chicken, garlic parmesan, easy dinner, comfort food