Description
Hearty Italian Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes brings rustic Mediterranean comfort straight to your kitchen table. Slow-cooked chicken mingles with tender potatoes, infusing rich herbs and spices that transport you to a charming Italian countryside feast.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Starches and Vegetables:
- 1 pound (1 lb) baby potatoes, halved
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Arrange chicken breasts in the center of the slow cooker, creating a single layer.
- Distribute baby potatoes evenly around the chicken, ensuring they are nestled closely.
- Create a flavor-packed liquid base by thoroughly combining chicken broth, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Gently cascade the seasoned liquid mixture over the chicken and potatoes, making sure all ingredients are lightly coated.
- Secure the crockpot lid and set to low temperature for 6-8 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and potatoes to soften.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove chicken and potatoes from the slow cooker using a slotted spoon.
- Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately while the dish is warm, allowing the robust Italian-inspired flavors to shine.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and easy shredding for a tender texture.
- Use fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme instead of dried Italian seasoning for a more vibrant and aromatic flavor profile.
- For a low-carb version, swap potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips to reduce starch intake while maintaining a similar hearty feel.
- Enhance the dish’s richness by adding a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese or a dollop of cream cheese during the last hour of cooking for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg