Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is the perfect hands-off weeknight dinner that’s comforting, creamy, and completely effortless. With tender chicken, soft buttery potatoes, and a rich garlic-parmesan sauce, it fits perfectly into your list of meal ideas for dinner crock pots and full crockpot meals dinners.

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Just dump, stir, set, and come back to a warm, restaurant-style dinner with zero stress.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 4–6 hours
• Total Time: 4–6 hours
• Servings: 6

Ingredients List

Chicken & Potatoes

• 2 lbs chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce

• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Finishing & Garnish

• Extra Parmesan
• Chopped parsley

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

• Crockpot / slow cooker
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Spoon or spatula

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Prep the potatoes
   Cut baby potatoes in half so they cook evenly.
2. Add chicken & veggies
   Place chicken, potatoes, and onion into the crockpot.
3. Mix the sauce
   In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, broth, garlic, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour & add butter
   Pour sauce over chicken and potatoes. Add butter on top.
5. Slow cook
   Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
   Chicken should shred easily and potatoes should be fork-tender.
6. Stir & thicken
   Stir gently to coat everything in the creamy garlic parmesan sauce.
7. Serve warm
   Top with fresh parsley and more Parmesan.

Pro Tips

1. For extra creaminess: Add 2 oz softened cream cheese while cooking.
2. Want crispier potatoes? Air fry extras for 3 minutes before serving.
3. For thicker sauce: Add 1 tbsp cornstarch whisked with 1 tbsp cold water at the end.
4. Chicken thighs work best for ultra-tender texture.

Nutrition Table

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are estimated and may vary based on brands and preparation. This recipe is for informational purposes only.

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Creamy, buttery chicken and potatoes made right in the crockpot — a full, comforting dinner with tender chicken, baby potatoes, and garlic-Parmesan sauce.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs
• 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

• crockpot or slow cooker
• mixing bowl
• Knife and cutting board
• whisk or spoon

Method

 

1. Place chicken, halved potatoes, and sliced onions in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, broth, Parmesan, garlic, butter, and seasonings. Pour mixture over the chicken and potatoes.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
4. Gently stir to combine. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 38gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 610mgPotassium: 980mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1050IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 240mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

Use skinless thighs for more flavor, or breasts for a leaner option. Add spinach or peas in the last 30 minutes for extra vegetables.

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Conclusion

This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is easy, comforting, and incredibly flavorful — the perfect weeknight dinner for families, meal prep, or busy schedules. With minimal prep and huge flavor payoff, it’s sure to become a regular in your crockpot rotation.

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