Description
Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes is a delightful one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This comforting dish features tender chicken breasts and hearty potatoes enveloped in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce that guarantees satisfaction with every bite. Simply combine the ingredients in your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you enjoy some well-deserved downtime. The recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows for ingredient swaps based on what you have at home, making it a flexible choice for any meal occasion. With leftovers that reheat beautifully, this dish is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 pounds potatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 cup creamy Parmesan garlic sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup water or chicken stock
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In your slow cooker, combine potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place chicken on top of the seasoned potatoes and sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the creamy Parmesan garlic sauce and water (or chicken stock).
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 6 hours until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (High) or 6 hours (Low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg