Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 lbbaby yukon gold potatoes
or baby red potatoes
- 1 lbbaby carrots
- 1 ½ lbboneless skinless chicken breasts*
or boneless skinless thighs
- 5 tbspunsalted butter
- 5 clovesgarlic)
minced (about 5 teaspoons
- 1 tbspitalian seasoning
or herbs de provence or greek seasoning
- ½ tsponion powder
- ⅛ tspcayenne pepper or red pepper flakes
- 1 tspkosher salt
plus additional as needed
- ¼ tspground black pepper
plus additional as needed
- 1 ½lemons
juice of both, zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsphoney
- ½ cgrated parmesan cheese
or feta, grana pardana
- chopped fresh parsley
optional for serving
Directions
- 1
Cut any potatoes that are larger than a ping pong ball into quarters; if smaller than a ping pong ball, cut in half. You want the pieces to be a roughly 1-inch dice. Lay them in a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
- 2
Stir the carrots into the slow cooker with the potatoes, then spread them into an even layer. Arrange the chicken in the center on top of the vegetables.
- 3
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Remove from the heat and stir in the garlic, lemon juice, and zest, Italian seasoning, onion powder, cayenne/red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour half of the mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Reserve the rest in the saucepan.
- 4
Cover the slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or low for 4 to 5 hours. (The total amount of time you need will vary based on your slow cooker model and the size of your chicken breasts. If your slow cooker runs hot—mine often does—check early to avoid drying out the meat). The chicken is done when it reaches 165°F in the center with an instant-read thermometer. When the chicken is done cooking, remove it to a plate, and cover with foil to keep warm.
- 5
Test the vegetables to see if they are tender. If they are not yet tender, give them a stir, re-cover the slow cooker, then continue cooking until they are tender and pierce easily with a fork, up to 1 additional hour on high or 2 hours on low. When ready to serve, return the chicken to the slow cooker.
- 6
Reheat the remaining butter over low heat. Add the honey and stir until dissolved. Pour the honey butter over the chicken and vegetables and stir. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the Parmesan and parsley over the top. Enjoy warm.
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About this Recipe
Looking for an effortless, healthy family dinner that delivers incredible flavor? This Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes recipe is your answer, featuring tender chicken and vegetables enveloped in a garlic lemon butter herb sauce that’s simply divine.
What sets this slow cooker chicken apart is its incredibly quick prep time—just 15 minutes—letting your crockpot do all the heavy lifting. The secret lies in the vibrant garlic, lemon, and herb sauce, which infuses every bite of the chicken and potatoes with rich, aromatic goodness, making busy weeknights delicious and easy. You’ll love how the simple blend of ingredients transforms into a deeply flavorful meal.
Prepare for a comforting and satisfying meal. You'll find the boneless skinless chicken incredibly tender, practically melting in your mouth, while the baby potatoes and carrots become perfectly soft and infused with flavor. The star, truly, is the fragrant garlic lemon butter herb sauce, brightened by a hint of honey and a touch of cayenne, all balanced with savory Parmesan. Each forkful is a harmonious blend of savory, tangy, and subtly sweet notes, creating a healthy crockpot chicken and vegetable experience that feels indulgent and incredibly satisfying.
This versatile crockpot chicken and vegetable dish is easy to adapt to your pantry or preferences. Feel free to swap baby Yukon gold potatoes for baby red potatoes, or use boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for even richer flavor. For the herbs, Italian seasoning, Herbs de Provence, or Greek seasoning all work beautifully. If you’re out of Parmesan, feta or Grana Padano are excellent alternatives, adding their own distinct tang.
This healthy crockpot chicken and potatoes recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor. A sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley before serving adds a bright, fresh finish and visual appeal to this delightful meal.