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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes Magic

This Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is a comfort food classic, perfect for weeknight dinners with rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless chicken thighs or breasts Choose thighs for juiciness.
For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes Avoid starchy potatoes.
For the Flavor
  • 5 cloves Fresh garlic Do not use garlic powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Use a homemade blend for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional; can substitute with cayenne for more heat.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Do not use pre-shredded for optimal results.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can replace with butter for richness.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley Use fresh herbs for best effect.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Brown in olive oil for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  2. Wash and chop the Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized chunks, toss with olive oil, minced garlic, and salt.
  3. Layer potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot, then add the browned chicken on top.
  4. Pour heavy cream over the chicken and potatoes, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
  5. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3.5-4 hours, avoiding lifting the lid.
  6. Stir gently to combine before serving, garnish with remaining Parmesan and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra flavor kick, consider adding a splash of white wine or lemon juice to the cream mixture before cooking.

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