Crockpot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Printable)
Tender chicken in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. An easy, comforting slow cooker meal perfect for busy weeknights.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
→ Sauce
02 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
03 - 1 cup heavy cream
04 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
07 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
08 - ½ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Finishing
10 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
11 - 2 tablespoons water (optional, for slurry)
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
# Steps:
01 - Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until fully incorporated.
03 - Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
04 - Cover and cook on low setting for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and is tender.
05 - For thicker consistency, combine cornstarch and water to form slurry. Stir into the slow cooker during the final 30 minutes of cooking.
06 - Transfer chicken to serving plates, spoon creamy sauce over top, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sauce develops this velvety restaurant quality texture while you go about your day
- Leftovers actually taste better the next night as the flavors deepen
02 -
- The sauce will look thin and concerning at first but it thickens beautifully as the cheese melts and cream reduces
- Heavy cream can separate if cooked on high too long so stick to low heat when possible
03 -
- Sear the chicken quickly in a hot pan before slow cooking for deeper flavor and better color
- Use freshly grated nutmeg instead of onion powder for a more sophisticated flavor profile