Garlicky Parmesan Chicken with Baby Potatoes

ByDeShawn Ellis
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Why Make This Recipe

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is a fantastic dish that combines tender chicken with flavorful baby potatoes. This recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a hearty meal but don’t have much time to cook. The slow cooker does all the work for you, allowing the flavors to blend beautifully while you focus on other tasks. Plus, it’s a family favorite that is sure to please everyone at the dinner table.

How to Make Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions:

Making Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to create a delicious meal:

  1. Begin by washing the baby potatoes and halving them. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
  2. Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
  3. Place Ingredients in Crockpot: Layer the halved potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top.
  4. Add Chicken Broth: Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Add Garlic and Cheese: Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the chicken. Then, add the grated parmesan cheese on top, making sure it covers the chicken nicely.
  6. Cook the Mixture: Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  7. After the recommended cooking time, check if the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). The potatoes should be fork-tender.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, remove the chicken and potatoes gently from the crockpot. Spoon any remaining sauce over the top for extra flavor.
  9. Garnish: If desired, chop fresh parsley and sprinkle over the dish for added color and flavor before serving.

With these easy steps, you’ll have a delightful meal ready to impress your family and friends.

How to Serve Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Serve Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad. The savory flavors of the dish pair well with light sides, making it a complete meal. You can also serve it with some crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

How to Store Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

After enjoying your meal, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They will last for about 3-4 days. If you’d like to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 2-3 months. Just be sure to let it cool before placing it in the freezer.

Tips to Make Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

  • Make sure to season the chicken well for the best flavor.
  • If you like a bit more spice, feel free to add more red pepper flakes.
  • For a creamier sauce, you can stir in some heavy cream or cream cheese during the last hour of cooking.

Variation

You can easily switch up the ingredients for this recipe. Consider adding other vegetables like carrots or green beans for extra nutrition. If you’re looking for a different flavor profile, try using a different type of cheese, like cheddar or mozzarella.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts, but you may need to increase the cooking time to ensure they are cooked thoroughly.

2. Can I make this recipe in the oven instead of a crockpot?
Yes, you can bake it in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.

3. Is it okay to use regular potatoes instead of baby potatoes?
Absolutely! You can cut regular potatoes into chunks the same size as the baby potatoes for even cooking.

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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free
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Description

A hearty slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken and flavorful baby potatoes, seasoned with garlic and parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the baby potatoes and halve them. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
  2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
  3. Layer the halved potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top.
  4. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the chicken. Add the grated parmesan cheese on top, covering the chicken nicely.
  6. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  7. Check if the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender.
  8. Remove the chicken and potatoes gently from the crockpot and serve, spooning any remaining sauce over the top.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, stir in heavy cream or cream cheese during the last hour of cooking. You can also add other vegetables like carrots or green beans for extra nutrition.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: crockpot, chicken, potatoes, garlic, parmesan, easy recipe, slow cooker

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Hey, I’m DeShawn Ellis—friends call me D. I’m 42 years old, born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, and now I’m holding it down in Atlanta, Georgia, where I run a soul food kitchen that’s as much about storytelling as it is about the food. Cooking isn’t just what I do it’s who I am. It’s how I honor where I come from, and how I speak love into the world.

My earliest memories are in my grandma’s kitchen barefoot on a step stool, stirring roux while she told me stories about her own mama, who used to cook for church fish fries back in the ’50s. That kitchen was my school. That woman was my first chef. She never measured a thing, but everything came out perfect. She taught me that food could heal, could gather people, could celebrate and comfort at the same time.

I didn’t come up through culinary school I came up through Sunday dinners, community cookouts, and elbow grease. I worked every back-of-house job you can think of, from janitor to pitmaster. Over time, I built my own rhythm in the kitchen deeply rooted in Southern Black tradition but open to everything. My oxtails have a splash of Caribbean heat. My collards might get kissed with smoked paprika and a dash of coconut vinegar. And yeah, I’ll put Cajun spice on anything that holds still long enough.

What drives me most is making food that feels like a hug from home. I want folks to taste a dish and remember their auntie's kitchen, or a summer evening on the porch, or that one bite that made them feel seen. But I also want to evolve because our food, our culture, is not stuck in the past. It’s growing, remixing, finding new voices. I’m proud to be one of them.

I cook for people who love food with a story behind it. You don’t need fancy tools or a French accent to make magic you just need heart, hustle, and a little bit of fire. If you’ve ever cooked with love, failed with style, or fed someone just to see them smile, then we’re already family.

Welcome to my kitchen. Let’s build something beautiful one bite at a time.

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