Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
A comforting and flavorful slow cooker recipe featuring tender Parmesan garlic chicken breasts paired with perfectly cooked baby red potatoes, seasoned with Italian herbs and topped with fresh parsley. This easy one-pot meal requires minimal prep and yields juicy, savory results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Vegetables and Others
- 1 pound baby red potatoes, halved or quartered if large
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Wash and pat dry the boneless, skinless chicken breasts, then set them aside to keep dry and ready for seasoning.
- Make the Seasoning Mix: In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning. Stir until the mixture is well blended and evenly distributed.
- Season the Chicken: Thoroughly coat each chicken breast with the Parmesan and spice mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks well to the surface of the chicken.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Pour the olive oil into the bottom of the slow cooker pot to prevent sticking and add flavor. Place the seasoned chicken breasts inside in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Add Potatoes: Arrange the halved or quartered baby red potatoes on top of and around the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add Chicken Broth: Carefully pour the chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes to add moisture and enhance the flavor during cooking.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, depending on your slow cooker model. The dish is done when the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are tender.
- Check Doneness: Before serving, verify the chicken is fully cooked through and the potatoes are soft and fork-tender.
- Serve: Transfer the chicken breasts and potatoes to a serving plate or dish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a bright, fresh finish before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh Parmesan cheese for coating rather than pre-grated powders.
- Baby red potatoes can be substituted with Yukon gold or fingerling potatoes.
- Make sure to arrange chicken breasts in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Garnishing with parsley adds freshness but is optional.
- Cooking times may vary with different slow cooker brands; always check internal temperature of chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with potatoes (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: slow cooker chicken, Parmesan garlic chicken, slow cooker potatoes, easy chicken dinner, Italian seasoning chicken, one pot meal
