Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes is that weeknight win that lets you dump, set the cooker, and come back to saucy, cozy dinner magic. The garlic parmesan sauce soaks into tender chicken and potatoes while you slow cook, turning simple ingredients into a family-loved meal that's easy to make and easier to eat.

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The backstory.

This one started as a busy-day "what can I throw in the crock pot before work?" situation and turned into a staple we make on repeat. It reminds me of those creamy, comforting Sunday suppers-only this version practically cooks itself while you live your life.

It's a must make.

Big flavor, small effort, happy plates-here's why I reach for this recipe again and again:

• Dump-and-go easy: a bottle of dressing, a handful of pantry seasonings, and you're cooking.
• Crowd-pleaser: classic parmesan chicken flavor with kid-approved potatoes and green beans.
• Reliable results: juicy slow cooker chicken and buttery potatoes every time, with minimal effort.

What you'll need.

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this slow cooker garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes:

• Chicken: use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Breasts keep it lean; thighs stay extra juicy. Either way, your cooker chicken turns out tender.
• Parmesan-garlic dressing or marinade: a 12-ounce bottle does the heavy lifting and becomes a quick parmesan sauce (garlic parmesan sauce by the end of the cook).
• Parmesan cheese: grated melts into the sauce; if you love extra-cheesy, go up to a full cup of Parmesan cheese.
• Baby gold potatoes: halve larger ones so they cook evenly.
• Seasonings: garlic powder and Italian seasoning for classic flavor, plus salt and pepper to taste.
• Optional: fresh parsley or basil to top your dish for color and brightness.

For exact ingredient quantities, please see the recipe card below!

Customize it your own way.

Make this Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes fit your crew and mood-this garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes slow cooker recipe is super flexible:

• Kick it up a bit with red pepper flakes.
• Pack in more veg with broccoli florets, extra green beans, or sliced mushrooms during the last 30 minutes.
• Go extra cheesy by finishing with mozzarella or an extra handful of parmesan.
• Amp the seasoning with more garlic powder, a pinch of onion powder, or an Italian seasoning blend.
• Reduce sodium with a lower-sodium dressing and salt to taste at the end.

How to make garlic parmesan slow cooker chicken and potatoes.

Minimal prep, maximum comfort: follow these simple steps and let the cooker work its magic:

1. Grease your crock pot and add the chicken and potatoes in an even layer.

2. Pour the parmesan-garlic dressing over the top. Sprinkle with cheese and seasonings and toss lightly.

3. Cover and cook until almost done. Add frozen green beans and continue cooking until done.

4. Adjust any seasonings to taste, and garnish if desired. Serve the chicken whole or gently shredded.

How to serve it.

This is comfort-food versatile, perfect for easy dinner plans and leftovers:

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• Spoon into bowls with extra sauce and a shower of parmesan cheese.
• With crusty bread to swipe every bit of sauce.
• In meal-prep boxes with a crisp salad for balanced lunches.
• Shredded on toasted rolls for cozy pot chicken sandwiches.
• Layered on toasted ciabatta or garlic bread for open-face melts; broil with a bit of mozzarella on top.
• With roasted veggies (asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or carrots) for a sheet-pan-style plate.

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Kori's tips.

• Halve larger baby potatoes so they cook evenly in the same time as the chicken.
• Choose thighs if you want ultra-tender, choose chicken breasts for leaner cuts-both work.
• Add green beans near the end so they stay bright and not over-soft.
• If the sauce seems thin, stir in a bit more grated Parmesan and let it cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes to thicken.