Description
This easy crockpot dinner recipe combines tender chicken breasts slow-cooked with hearty potatoes, aromatic onions, and garlic, seasoned with thyme, rosemary, and paprika. Finished with a melty cheddar cheese topping, it’s a comforting, hands-off meal perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Vegetables
- 4-5 medium-sized potatoes, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Oils
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick spray or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Layer Ingredients: Place the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic evenly at the bottom of the crockpot to form a flavorful base.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, dried thyme, rosemary, and paprika. Arrange the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables.
- Add Liquid: Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables to provide moisture during cooking. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken to add richness and help flavor develop.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
- Optional Topping: In the final 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken and allow it to melt, creating a delicious finishing touch.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the chicken and vegetables hot. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired for added color and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if preferred; cooking times will be similar.
- For a lower-fat option, omit the olive oil and cheese topping.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or green beans for variety.
- If using frozen chicken, increase cooking time by about 1 hour on low.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
