Delish Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken

This recipe is taking over Pinterest and it's no surprise why—It's just one of 90+ recipes in our new cookbook Insanely Easy Chicken Dinners. With under 20 minutes of hands-on time, most of the cooking takes place in the slow-cooker while you are living your best life elsewhere.

Though when you usually think of parmesan and chicken together you're thinking of the melty, saucy chicken parm, we think you might like this even more. No fryer required!

Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs ensure a flavor-packed and tender result—paired with a few pats of butter, some garlic and thyme, all of the flavors seep into the tender baby potatoes for a fully satisfying, comforting meal. PRO TIP: If there's any chicken fat or juices that remain in your skillet after searing, be sure to funnel it all into the slow-cooker—that's flavor you don't want to leave behind! Serve each portion with a generous sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan and dive right on in!

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Editor's Note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on September 17, 2021 to include more information about the dish.

Yields: 4 servings

Prep Time: 0 hours 15 mins

Total Time: 4 hours 15 mins

3 tbsp.

extra-virgin olive oil, divided

2 lb.

bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 lb.

baby red potatoes, quartered

2 tbsp.

butter, softened

cloves garlic, chopped

2 tbsp.

fresh thyme

Freshly chopped parsley

2 tbsp.

freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden, 3 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, in a large slow cooker, toss potatoes with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, butter, garlic, thyme, parsley, and Parmesan and season generously with salt and pepper. Add chicken and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, until potatoes are tender and chicken is fully cooked.
Garnish with Parmesan before serving.

Ethan Calabrese

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