🍗 Easy meal requires minimal preparation. Tender chicken Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes
This comforting one-pot meal requires minimal preparation. Tender chicken, creamy potatoes, carrots, and savory herbs cook together in a flavorful broth.
Ingredients
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1½–2 lb (700–900 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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1½ lb (700 g) baby potatoes, halved
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3 carrots, cut into chunks
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1 small onion, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ cups (360 ml) chicken broth
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water, optional for thickening
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Slow Cooker
Lightly grease the slow-cooker insert.
Place the potatoes, carrots, and onion on the bottom.
2. Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and parsley.
Place the chicken over the vegetables.
3. Add the Broth
Scatter the garlic over everything, then pour the chicken broth around the chicken.
Drizzle the olive oil over the top.
4. Cook
Cover and cook:
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LOW: 5–6 hours
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HIGH: 2½–3½ hours
Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender.
5. Thicken the Sauce — Optional
For thicker gravy, remove the cooked chicken and vegetables.
Mix the cornstarch with cold water, stir it into the cooking liquid, and cook on HIGH for about 10–15 minutes, until thickened.
6. Serve
Return the chicken to the slow cooker or place everything on a serving platter.
Spoon the flavorful sauce over the chicken and potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley.
🍽️ Helpful Tips
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Chicken thighs stay especially juicy in a slow cooker.
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Cut potatoes into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
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Don’t lift the lid repeatedly; each opening releases heat and can extend cooking time.
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For extra flavor, brown the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
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Add green beans during the final 30–45 minutes if you’d like another vegetable.
Serve this hearty chicken and potato dinner with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.
