Description
Looking for a simple yet delicious dinner that practically cooks itself? This Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes is a game-changer! Tender chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes are bathed in a rich and savory garlic butter sauce, making this dish the ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re short on time or just want a hands-off dinner, this recipe is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs if you prefer)
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by placing the halved baby potatoes in the bottom of your slow cooker. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them on top of the potatoes.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, dried thyme, rosemary, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
- Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the chicken and potatoes in the slow cooker. Use a spoon to ensure everything is coated with the sauce.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F), and the potatoes should be fork-tender.
- Once the chicken and potatoes are cooked, serve them on a platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. You can also spoon some of the extra garlic butter sauce from the slow cooker over the top for added flavor.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the chicken: Overcooking chicken in the slow cooker can make it dry. To prevent this, make sure to check the chicken’s internal temperature around the 3-hour mark if cooking on high, or the 6-hour mark on low.
- Customize the herbs: If you’re not a fan of rosemary or thyme, you can substitute with your favorite herbs, like Italian seasoning or fresh parsley.
- Add veggies: Feel free to add other vegetables, such as carrots or bell peppers, for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken, Chicken Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipes, One-Pot Meal