Crock Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Potatoes and Carrots

This crock pot garlic butter chicken is the ultimate comfort food dinner that practically cooks itself! With tender chicken, hearty potatoes, and sweet carrots all simmering together in a rich garlic butter sauce, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort. The slow cooker does all the work while you go about your day, and you’ll come home to a delicious, home-cooked meal that the whole family will love.

If you enjoy easy herb chicken recipes, you’ll appreciate how this dish combines convenience with incredible flavor. The garlic butter sauce infuses every bite with richness, while the root vegetables become perfectly tender and soak up all the delicious juices.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
• 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
• 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the garlic butter sauce by combining melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 2: Place the halved baby potatoes and carrot pieces in the bottom of your crock pot. Pour half of the garlic butter sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.

Step 3: Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables in a single layer. Pour the remaining garlic butter sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.

Step 4: Pour the chicken broth around the edges of the crock pot (not directly over the chicken to avoid washing off the seasoning).

Step 5: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Step 6: Before serving, garnish with fresh chopped parsley. For extra richness, you can spoon some of the cooking liquid over each serving.

Expert Tips

Perfect Chicken Texture: For the most tender chicken, avoid overcooking. Check for doneness at the minimum cooking time – the chicken should reach 165°F internally and the juices should run clear.

Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other root vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes. For a complete one-pot comfort food experience, you can also add celery or onions.

Sauce Thickening: If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir it into the cooking liquid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

This recipe pairs beautifully with our fresh summer side dishes for a well-rounded meal that’s perfect for any season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes! Chicken thighs work wonderfully in this recipe and will be even more tender. Adjust cooking time slightly as thighs may cook faster.

How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Can I make this recipe ahead?
You can prepare the garlic butter sauce and chop the vegetables the night before. Store separately in the refrigerator, then assemble in the crock pot in the morning.

What if I don’t have Italian seasoning?
Make your own blend using equal parts dried basil, oregano, rosemary, and thyme. This versatile seasoning works well in many garlic butter recipes.

Crock Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Potatoes and Carrots

This crock pot garlic butter chicken is the ultimate comfort food dinner that practically cooks itself! With tender chicken, hearty potatoes, and sweet carrots all simmering together in a rich garlic butter sauce, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 485

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
• 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
• 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method

 

Instructions

1. Prepare the garlic butter sauce by combining melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Place the halved baby potatoes and carrot pieces in the bottom of your crock pot. Pour half of the garlic butter sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
3. Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables in a single layer. Pour the remaining garlic butter sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.
4. Pour the chicken broth around the edges of the crock pot (not directly over the chicken to avoid washing off the seasoning).
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. Before serving, garnish with fresh chopped parsley. For extra richness, you can spoon some of the cooking liquid over each serving.

Notes

For perfect chicken texture, avoid overcooking – check for doneness at minimum cooking time (165°F internal temp). For thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir in during last 30 minutes of cooking.