Garlic Butter Chicken
A flavorful and tender garlic butter chicken dish made effortlessly in your slow cooker, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts.
- 1.5 lbs baby red potatoes, quartered Feel free to add other vegetables if desired.
- 1 lb whole carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
Seasoning and Sauce
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional) For garnish
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Preparation
- Toss the chicken, potatoes, and carrots into the slow cooker.
Mix Sauce
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chicken broth until well combined.
Combine
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the contents in the slow cooker, and stir gently to ensure everything is coated nicely.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
Finish and Serve
- Once cooked, garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve it up and enjoy.
Notes
For an added depth of flavor, consider searing the chicken briefly in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. This recipe doubles beautifully if you're cooking for a larger crowd.