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Crockpot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

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This Crockpot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a rich and velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Enhanced with lemon, herbs, and optional cherry tomatoes, this comforting dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cooking Fat

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Garnish (Optional)

  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon slices
  • Cherry tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
  2. Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust, then transfer them to the crockpot.
  3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
  4. Deglaze Pan: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits. Let the broth simmer gently for 2 minutes to concentrate flavors.
  5. Prepare Cream Sauce: Add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Whisk continuously until the sauce becomes smooth, creamy, and begins to thicken slightly.
  6. Combine and Cook: Pour the creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce over the chicken in the crockpot. Add lemon slices and cherry tomatoes on top if using. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  7. Finish and Serve: Stir the sauce gently before serving to distribute flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley for a fresh herbal note and serve warm.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking or thicken with a cornstarch slurry after crockpot cooking.
  • If preferred, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier meat.
  • This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

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