Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken – Creamy & Cozy Fall Comfort
This Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken delivers tender, juicy chicken in a velvety garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. With Italian herbs, a touch of lemon, and cherry tomatoes for brightness, it’s an effortless fall comfort meal perfect for pasta, rice, or potatoes.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Slow Cooker
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- fresh parsley optional garnish
- lemon slices & cherry tomatoes optional garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Whisk in the heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth and heated through.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker. Add lemon slices and cherry tomatoes if using.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender.
- Stir the sauce before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Lighter option: Replace heavy cream with half-and-half.
Meal prep: Freeze cooked portions for future meals.
Serving idea: Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Storage: Refrigerate for 3–4 days; reheat gently on the stove.
Nutrition (est.): 420 calories, 18g protein, 35g carbs, 22g fat, 4g fiber, 6g sugar per serving. Values approximate.
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated and may vary by ingredients used. Consult a nutrition professional for precise details.