Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken
by Allrecipes
This effortless slow cooker dinner combines chicken breasts, potatoes, and aromatic garlic with a generous topping of melted Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavour with just four simple ingredients. The slow cooker does all the work, leaving you with tender, juicy chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes ready to serve

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Ingredients
Main
- 900 g Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Estimated quantity based on typical slow cooker recipe for 4 servings
- 700 g Potatoes, diced or halved
Estimated quantity based on typical recipe proportions
Seasoning
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced or crushed
Estimated quantity; adjust to taste
Topping
- 100 g Parmesan cheese, grated, freshly grated
Add in the final 15 minutes of cooking to prevent hardening
Estimated quantity; adjust to taste preference
Method
- 1Optional step
If desired, heat a little oil in a frying pan and briefly brown the chicken breasts on both sides for enhanced flavour (optional but recommended). This step adds depth but can be skipped for ultimate convenience.
~10 minsTip: Browning is optional but improves the final dish
- 2
Place the diced potatoes in the base of your slow cooker.
~5 mins - 3
Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the potatoes. Scatter the minced garlic over the chicken.
~5 mins - 4
Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
~6 hrsTip: Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F)
- 5
In the final 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese generously over the chicken and potatoes. Cover and allow to cook until the cheese has melted.
~15 minsTip: This timing prevents the cheese from becoming overcooked or tough
- 6
Serve hot straight from the slow cooker. Divide between plates and spoon the cooking juices over each serving.
~5 mins
Nutrition
Detailed nutritional information is coming soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely. Chicken thighs are actually excellent for slow cooking as they remain juicy and forgiving. You may need to add an extra 30 minutes to an hour on the Low setting, as thighs are slightly thicker. Check that the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) before serving
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