Description
This Cozy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a warm, comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes
- Optional: red pepper flakes or cayenne for a spicy kick
- Optional: mozzarella or provolone cheese for extra cheesiness
- Dairy-Free Alternative: coconut milk and nutritional yeast
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Place the seasoned chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add minced garlic, chicken broth, and butter on top of the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and cook on low for an additional 15 minutes until bubbling.
- Return chicken to the slow cooker, coat in the sauce, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish can be prepared in advance, and leftovers reheat wonderfully. Consider adding vegetables in the last hour of cooking for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240-360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg