Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
A simple yet delicious meal of tender chicken breasts and flavorful baby potatoes infused with garlic and parmesan, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Other
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste as needed fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by washing the baby potatoes and halving them. Set them aside.
- In a bowl, rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Place the halved potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot. Next, lay the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the potatoes.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring everything is well-coated.
- Evenly distribute the minced garlic over the chicken. Then, add the grated parmesan cheese, covering the chicken thoroughly.
- Cover the crockpot lid and set to cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and that the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Carefully remove the chicken and potatoes from the crockpot. Spoon some of the sauce over the top for extra flavor.
- If desired, chop fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the dish for added color and flavor before serving.
Notes
To store leftovers, let the dish cool completely and then transfer it to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply microwave until warmed through or reheat in a pan over low heat. For added flavor, consider searing the chicken breasts in a hot pan with some olive oil for a couple of minutes before placing them in the crockpot. You can also customize the potatoes by using Yukon gold or red potatoes as alternatives if baby potatoes aren't available.