Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Potatoes (Printable)

Tender chicken and baby potatoes slow-cooked with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan for an easy, satisfying one-pot meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
02 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

→ Vegetables

04 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 small yellow onion, sliced

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
11 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Extra Parmesan cheese for serving

# Directions:

01 - Lightly grease the inside of the slow cooker with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
02 - Arrange the halved potatoes and sliced onion evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
03 - Combine minced garlic, Italian herbs, paprika, salt, pepper, and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small bowl. Rub this mixture thoroughly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
04 - Place the seasoned chicken breasts directly on top of the potato and onion layer.
05 - Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables. Pour the heavy cream around the edges if using for a creamier sauce.
06 - Cover and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 7 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
07 - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sauce that develops in the bottom of the slow cooker is pure liquid gold and you will want to spoon it over everything
  • It is the kind of meal that makes people ask whats for dinner before they even take off their coats
02 -
  • The first time I made this I forgot to grease the slow cooker and spent twenty minutes scrubbing it afterward
  • Opening the lid repeatedly adds 15 to 20 minutes of cooking time each time so resist the urge to check on it
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before applying the rub for better adhesion
  • Letting the dish rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving helps the sauce thicken slightly

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