Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Easy garlic parmesan chicken crockpot dinner is a family favorite. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly tender chicken and crispy potatoes every time. The golden, melty cheese and garlic aroma will make your home cozy and inviting. Try it with my Easy No Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles for dessert. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy No Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles Recipe and Easy Creamy Broccoli and Quinoa Bake for Dinner.
Why This Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Tender, flavorful chicken
- Crispy potatoes with a garlic parmesan crust
- One-pot meal for easy cleanup
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
What You'll Need for Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- potatoes
- garlic
- parmesan cheese
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- italian seasoning
- red pepper flakes
- lemon juice
- chicken broth
- Optional: fresh parsley
- Optional: grated parmesan cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
- potatoes: I prefer Yukon Gold or red potatoes for this recipe.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Crockpot — Cooks chicken and potatoes together perfectly. → See on Amazon
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How to Make Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts and potatoes in the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together chicken broth, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken and potatoes from crockpot. In a bowl, mix together parmesan cheese, olive oil, and minced garlic. Brush onto chicken and potatoes.
- Step 5: Broil for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
- : To prevent chicken from drying out, do not overcook.
- Common mistake and fix: If potatoes are not tender, cook them separately for 10 minutes before adding to crockpot.
- : For extra crispy potatoes, toss them in a bit of olive oil before broiling.
- : To make this recipe even faster, use a pressure cooker instead of a slow cooker.
Storing & Reheating Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot up to 24 hours ahead of time.
Freezing Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Freeze cooked chicken and potatoes for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the chicken broth mixture.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with water or chicken stock.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot, then store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken is not cooking evenly, try slicing it in half horizontally before adding to the crockpot.
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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- potatoes
- garlic
- parmesan cheese
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
Seasonings
- garlic powder
- italian seasoning
- red pepper flakes
- lemon juice
- chicken broth
Optional Toppings
- fresh parsley
- grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts and potatoes in the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together chicken broth, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Pour over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken and potatoes from crockpot. In a bowl, mix together parmesan cheese, olive oil, and minced garlic. Brush onto chicken and potatoes.
- Step 5: Broil for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the chicken broth mixture.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with water or chicken stock.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot, then store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your chicken is not cooking evenly, try slicing it in half horizontally before adding to the crockpot.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and potatoes for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot up to 24 hours ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and potatoes in the crockpot up to 24 hours ahead of time. Then, just broil the cheese mixture before serving.
To prevent chicken from drying out, do not overcook. If your chicken is still dry, try adding a bit more chicken broth to the crockpot.
Yes, you can cook the chicken and potatoes in the air fryer at 400°F for 15-20 minutes after cooking in the crockpot.
You can substitute the chicken broth with water or chicken stock.
Yes, you can cook the chicken and potatoes in a 350°F oven for 30-40 minutes, then broil the cheese mixture for 5 minutes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes Crockpot Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
