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An extreme close-up of slow cooker chicken and potatoes, showing the texture of the tender chicken and the rich, creamy sauce coating a piece of potato.

Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes (Creamy Garlic Herb)

This Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes recipe delivers tender chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes in a rich, creamy garlic herb sauce. An easy, flavorful, one-pot meal perfect for any busy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes Cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 6-quart slow cooker
  • 1 Skillet Optional, for searing chicken.

Instructions
 

  1. Dice the onion and cut potatoes into 1.5-inch chunks. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. (Optional) Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Place potatoes and onion in the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with the seared chicken.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Pour over the chicken and potatoes.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
  6. Remove chicken and shred it. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 2 tbsp of cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the crockpot. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  7. Cook for another 15-20 minutes for the sauce to thicken. Stir in fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Tip 1: Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture; they won't get mushy.
Tip 2: Searing the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker is an optional step that adds a significant layer of deep, savory flavor to the final dish.
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