Garlic Parmesan Chicken Crock Pot Recipe

I love making this garlic parmesan chicken in the crock pot so much because it's always a hit in my house. It's hard to choose which is the best part. The chicken is savory and so tender, and the potatoes are cooked perfectly every time. Not to mention, the delicious parmesan sauce that everything is coated in is so, so good, too!

Plus, this meal is so easy to throw together. Minimal prep work is needed to get it started, so you can even get it started on busy weekday mornings and have it ready for dinner later that night.

Another thing I love about this garlic parmesan chicken is that it is a complete meal on its own. There's no need to figure out side dishes, but it does pair wonderfully with a light side salad - that's what we usually pair it with, anyway.

Why You'll Love This Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

It's a filling dish. There's nothing more filling than a big bowl of hearty meat and potatoes! I know when I serve this dish, my family always leaves the table satisfied and happy.

It's super simple to make. It doesn't get any easier than tossing your ingredients into the slow cooker and hitting the start button. It's what makes crock pot meals so popular! There's no searing, sautéing, whisking, or watching necessary.

It's a crowd pleaser. It's hard to say no to any dish with cheese, and this garlic parmesan chicken is no exception. The chicken and potatoes cook in the rich and creamy parmesan sauce and the added mozzarella cheese gets nice and melty right at the end. It's a total win!

It saves time. Because this dish cooks all day long, you never have to think about cooking when you get home from a long day at work. Everything is hot and ready for you when you need it most.

Ingredients

• Chicken- boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
• Potatoes- russet, or yukon gold are great! Cut into 1 ½ inch cubes.
• Oil- olive or avocado oil to keep the ingredients from sticking.
• Seasonings- Salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning for added flavor.
• Buffalo Wild Wings garlic parmesan sauce- adds a ton of rich and creamy deliciousness.
• Mozzarella cheese- shredded. Added at the end for extra cheesy bites!

How to make crockpot garlic parmesan chicken 

Step 1: Prep the potatoes

Add the cubed potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to the crock pot. Stir the potatoes and seasonings to coat well.

Step 2: Prep the chicken

Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces. Then, toss the chicken with the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken on the top of the potatoes in the crock pot.

Step 3: Add the sauce and cook

Step 4: Add the mozzarella and serve

When the potatoes and chicken are cooked, stir everything well and add the mozzarella on top of them. Then, let everything until the mozzarella is melted. Serve warm and enjoy!

Recipe Variations To Try

• If you're looking to spice things up a little, add some red pepper flakes into the crock pot when you add the chicken. It'll bring a nice heat to the dish.
• You can mix things up by using boneless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts if you'd like to. They'll bring a different delicious flavor to the dish.
• If you don't have any garlic parmesan sauce on hand, you can use alfredo sauce in its place.
• Add a burst of tanginess to the chicken and potatoes by squeezing a little lemon over the dish right before you serve. It'll really brighten up the dish!

How to store and reheat your leftovers

In the fridge: You can store any leftover garlic parmesan chicken in the fridge for up to 4 days. Simply allow the dish to cool and transfer it to an airtight container before placing it in the fridge.

In the freezer: If you don't think you'll eat these leftovers within four days, you can totally freeze them. Just transfer your cooled leftovers to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and freeze 'em for up to 3 months.

Reheating: When you're ready to reheat the chicken and potatoes, you can just add them to an oven safe dish and cook them at 400°F for about 10 minutes or until they're heated through. Alternatively, you can just heat them up in a pan set over medium heat on your stove. If you're really in a pinch for time a minute or two in the microwave will work for reheating the leftovers too.

Crockpot Garlic Chicken Parmesan Recipe FAQS

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

You can! Just assemble everything in the crock pot and keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Then, when you're ready to cook it, it's all set.

Can I use frozen chicken in this dish?

I don't recommend using frozen chicken in this dish because it will take longer to cook than the potatoes. It'll also add a lot of excess liquid to your dish, and it won't be as flavorful.

Can I use pasta instead of potatoes?

Yes, you can absolutely use pasta if you want to make crockpot garlic chicken pasta. Just follow this recipe exactly and swap the potatoes for your favorite pasta!