What if I don’t have baby potatoes?

Regular potatoes will work; cut them into similar-sized pieces.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, but beware of gluten in processed foods.

Can I make this recipe in an Instant Pot?

Yes, adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes: Easy, Flavorful Weeknight Meal

By Mason BrooksSep 20, 2026

Prep

15 min

Total

15 min

Servings

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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is a dish made with chicken breasts and baby potatoes. Garlic and parmesan add flavor to the dish. This easy weeknight recipe is a good choice for people who don't have time to cook. Read on for more information about making this family-friendly dish.

Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes: Easy, Flavorful Weeknight Meal

Why you'll love this recipe

Easy recipe with common ingredients
Easy to cook in a slow cooker
Customizable with additional veggies
Good for family meals. Well-liked by groups of diners.
Leftovers can be eaten the following day.

Instructions

Wash baby potatoes and halve them; mince the garlic and set aside.

Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Spread the halved potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot.

Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the potatoes.

Pour chicken broth into the crockpot so it covers the ingredients enough to keep them moist.

Evenly sprinkle the minced garlic over the chicken, then evenly sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.

Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and check that the potatoes are fork-tender.

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Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes: Easy, Flavorful Weeknight Meal

Name: Garlic Parmesan Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes: Easy, Flavorful Weeknight Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes (halved); 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tablespoons olive oil; fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

By Mason BrooksSep 20, 2026

Prep

15 min

Total

15 min

Servings

Jump to recipe

Why you'll love this recipe

Easy recipe with common ingredients
Easy to cook in a slow cooker
Customizable with additional veggies
Good for family meals. Well-liked by groups of diners.
Leftovers can be eaten the following day.

Ingredients

Servings4

•4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
•1 ½ pounds baby potatoes (halved)
•1 cup chicken broth
•½ cup grated parmesan cheese
•4 cloves garlic (minced)
•1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
•1 teaspoon salt
•½ teaspoon black pepper
•½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
•2 tablespoons olive oil
•fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1
Wash baby potatoes and halve them; mince the garlic and set aside.
2
Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3
Spread the halved potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot.
4
Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the potatoes.
5
Pour chicken broth into the crockpot so it covers the ingredients enough to keep them moist.
6
Evenly sprinkle the minced garlic over the chicken, then evenly sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
7
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
8
Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and check that the potatoes are fork-tender.