Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to the most tender, flavorful chicken and potatoes. The cozy, hearty result is better than takeout and perfect for busy weeknights. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try these classic Italian cream bombs for dessert and Pair this with slow cooker chuck roast for a hearty meal.
Why This Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite Is Pure Comfort
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Tender, flavorful chicken and potatoes cooked together
- Cozy, hearty family favorite ready in just 4 hours
- Better than takeout and perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 lbs baby red potatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for even more flavor.
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How to Make Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Top with potatoes, onion, and garlic.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Pour chicken broth over the top. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
- Step 4: Stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
- : For extra flavor, brown the chicken breasts in a pan before adding them to the crockpot.
- Common mistake and fix: If your chicken and potatoes are dry, try adding more chicken broth and cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
- : For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir it into the crockpot 30 minutes before serving.
- : To make this recipe in the Instant Pot, cook on high pressure for 15 minutes with a 10-minute natural release.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Freezing Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a bay leaf to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with white wine for added flavor.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken and potatoes are dry, try adding more chicken broth and cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
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Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 lbs baby red potatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Top with potatoes, onion, and garlic.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Pour chicken broth over the top. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
- Step 4: Stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a bay leaf to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with white wine for added flavor.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken and potatoes are dry, try adding more chicken broth and cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite FAQs
Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
If your chicken and potatoes are dry, try adding more chicken broth and cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
Yes, you can freeze individual portions of this recipe for up to 2 months.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the Instant Pot by cooking on high pressure for 15 minutes with a 10-minute natural release.
The best way to reheat this recipe is in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes – Cozy Family Favorite 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!
