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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

The Crispy Chef
Tender chicken and baby potatoes slow-cooked in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce — this hands-off crockpot dinner is pure comfort food magic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 485 kcal

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cheese grater
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (1.4–1.8kg)
  • 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved (900g)
  • 1 large onion, sliced (about 2 cups)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (45ml)
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 4 tbsp butter (60g)
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth (60ml)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream (30ml)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (30ml)
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Extra Parmesan, fresh herbs, lemon wedges, crusty bread for serving

Instructions
 

  • Wash and halve baby potatoes. Cut larger ones into 1½-inch chunks.
  • Pat thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  • Slice onion and mince garlic (or use a garlic press).
  • Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil in bottom of crockpot to prevent sticking.
  • Add potatoes to the bottom of crockpot. Top with onion and garlic. Toss with remaining olive oil.
  • Place seasoned chicken thighs on top. Pour broth around chicken. Dot with butter.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hrs or HIGH for 3–4 hrs. Don’t lift the lid!
  • Chicken should fall off the bone. Potatoes fork-tender. Add more time if needed.
  • In final 30 minutes, remove ½ cup liquid. Mix with cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, garlic powder. Stir into crockpot.
  • Stir in parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Let sit 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan and herbs. Serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

Notes

Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for max flavor. Freshly grated Parmesan is key to a smooth sauce. Don’t add dairy early — it should go in at the end. For crispy skin, broil chicken after crockpot cooking (if safe).

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 38gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 680IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 2.4mg
Keyword chicken and potatoes, crockpot chicken, Garlic Parmesan, slow cooker
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