Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Easy garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes crockpot dinner is a comforting, hearty meal that’s better than takeout and ready in just 8 hours. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly tender chicken and crispy potatoes every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe and Creamy Jalapeno Popper Corn Casserole Recipe.
Why This Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, flavorful chicken
- Crispy potatoes with a creamy garlic parmesan sauce
- Easy, hands-off cooking in the crockpot
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
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.
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: Grated parmesan cheese, for serving
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: Can be frozen. Thaw before cooking.
- heavy cream: Can be substituted with half and half or milk for a lighter version.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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- Meat thermometer — Ensures chicken is cooked to a safe temperature. Prevents overcooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts, potatoes, and onion in the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, and parmesan cheese. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours. Stir halfway through cooking.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from crockpot and shred. Stir potatoes and sauce to combine. Return chicken to crockpot and stir to combine. Serve hot with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
- : For crispy potatoes, toss them in a bit of olive oil before adding to the crockpot.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F.
- : For a lighter version, use chicken broth instead of heavy cream.
- : Make ahead and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
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: Can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
Freezing Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
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, brown the chicken breasts in a pan before adding to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for even more tender meat.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the night before and refrigerate. Cook in the morning.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the crockpot. Cook for an additional 15 minutes.
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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts, potatoes, and onion in the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, and parmesan cheese. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours. Stir halfway through cooking.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from crockpot and shred. Stir potatoes and sauce to combine. Return chicken to crockpot and stir to combine. Serve hot with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, brown the chicken breasts in a pan before adding to the crockpot.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for even more tender meat.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the night before and refrigerate. Cook in the morning.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the crockpot. Cook for an additional 15 minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
- 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: Can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 580
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sat. Fat: 14g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner FAQs
Yes, prepare the night before and refrigerate. Cook in the morning.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F.
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
No, this recipe is best suited for the crockpot. The air fryer may not cook the chicken and potatoes evenly.
Half and half or milk can be used for a lighter version.
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!
