Description

This easy crockpot chicken recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful broth and topped with a creamy Parmesan garlic sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner, it’s simple to prepare and ideal for serving over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. With herbs like oregano and basil and a rich, cheesy sauce, this dish offers a delicious, foolproof meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Creamy Sauce

1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated for best flavor)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

Prepare Slow Cooker: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour in the low sodium chicken broth to cover them partially.
Season the Chicken: Sprinkle the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse them with flavor during cooking.
Cook Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat. Cook for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is completely tender and cooked through.
Sauté Garlic: While the chicken cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Make Creamy Sauce: Stir the heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and optional cornstarch into the melted butter and garlic mixture. Cook and stir until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
Add Sauce to Chicken: Pour the creamy Parmesan garlic sauce over the slow-cooked chicken in the crockpot. Cover and cook on low for an additional 15 minutes to let the flavors meld and sauce thicken further.
Serve: Garnish the chicken with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. This dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Notes

Using low sodium chicken broth helps control the saltiness of the dish.
Cornstarch is optional but adds thickness to the sauce; omit if you prefer a thinner gravy.
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese improves flavor and texture over pre-grated versions.
You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer darker meat.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, although the sauce will be less rich.
Make sure not to overcook the chicken to avoid dryness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken, creamy chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, Parmesan garlic chicken, comfort food, one pot meal