Can I put potatoes in the slow cooker with chicken?

Yes, absolutely. Potatoes and chicken cook well together in a slow cooker. For this crockpot chicken and potatoes recipe, placing the potatoes at the bottom ensures they cook evenly while absorbing flavor from the chicken and sauce layered on top.

Can raw chicken and potatoes be cooked together?

Yes, both can be added raw to your crockpot. Just be sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption. This garlic parmesan chicken and potatoes recipe is designed to cook both from raw with no pre-searing or boiling required.

Can I put raw chicken into a slow cooker?

Yes, you can put raw chicken directly into the slow cooker. Slow cookers are specifically made to safely cook meat from raw to fully done. In this slow cooker chicken and potatoes recipe, raw chicken breasts cook slowly with seasonings and garlic parmesan sauce to stay juicy and flavorful.

Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in a crockpot?

Cooking chicken on low heat for a longer time (around 6 hours) is ideal for the best texture. High heat (3–4 hours) works too, but can lead to slightly drier chicken, especially if using breasts instead of thighs. For this creamy chicken and potatoes crock pot meal, low and slow delivers the best results.

Can you put raw potatoes in the crockpot?

Yes, raw potatoes are slow-cooker friendly. Dice them into uniform pieces (about 1-inch) for even cooking. In this recipe, they go in first so they cook through and absorb flavor from the seasoned chicken and garlic parmesan sauce.

What vegetables should not be added to a slow cooker?

Some vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach can become mushy if added too early. For this dish, stick with firm vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or mushrooms. If you want to add delicate veggies, add them in the last 30–60 minutes of cooking.

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes – 1 Irresistible Family Comfort Meal

Description

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is a creamy, cheesy, one-pot comfort meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken breasts, tender potatoes, and Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce come together in your slow cooker for a rich, flavorful dinner that practically makes itself.

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken breasts, cubed
5 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon gold or red)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
Garlic powder and paprika (for potatoes)
Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce (just enough to coat chicken)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

Spray crockpot with cooking spray. Add diced potatoes and season with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Add minced garlic and toss to coat.
Season cubed chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix with enough Garlic Parmesan Sauce to coat evenly.
Layer seasoned chicken on top of the potatoes in the crockpot.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until chicken reaches 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir gently, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top, and let it melt with the lid off for 5–10 minutes.
Serve warm with optional toppings like ranch, hot sauce, or more garlic parmesan sauce.

Notes

Swap chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
Sweet potatoes or red potatoes both work great.
Add frozen green beans or broccoli in the last hour of cooking for a veggie boost.
Optional: top with chopped parsley or extra parmesan for serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Per Serving
Calories: 518
Sugar: 1.8 g
Sodium: 671.9 mg
Fat: 17.9 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 21.8 g
Fiber: 2.5 g
Protein: 65.1 g
Cholesterol: 187.1 mg