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Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes in a Crockpot

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes with lemon and herbs, steaming and ready to serve.

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Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes with lemon and herbs, steaming and ready to serve.

This Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes recipe is a scrumptious and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. Using a crockpot ensures that the chicken is tender and juicy, while the baby potatoes soak up all the rich buttery garlic sauce, creating a comforting meal with minimal effort. This recipe is not just delicious but also a satisfying one-pot wonder, making clean-up a breeze.

This dish features succulent chicken thighs or breasts paired with baby potatoes, all cooked slowly to perfection. Garlic and butter contribute to its rich flavor, while fresh herbs add a lovely aroma. The concept of slow-cooked chicken can be traced back to various culinary traditions worldwide, where slow cooking not only tenderizes meats but also develops deep flavors over time. This recipe exemplifies that principle, using the crockpot to enhance both taste and texture.

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes with lemon and herbs, steaming and ready to serve.

Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes in a Crockpot

Recipe by Tracy Turner

Difficulty

Beginner

Servings

4

Prep time

10

Cooking time

480

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts
  • 500g baby potatoes
  • 100g butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), for garnish
  • 1 lemon, sliced

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing your ingredients: wash the baby potatoes and pat the chicken dry.
  2. In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and your choice of herbs.
  3. Layer the baby potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.
  4. Place the chicken on top of the potatoes.
  5. Drizzle the garlic butter mix over the chicken and potatoes, ensuring everything is well coated.
  6. Add sliced lemons on top for flavor and extra zest.
  7. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  8. Check for doneness: the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. Once done, serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Carbs

35

Protein

30

Fats

25