Garlic Butter Chicken Crockpot: Your New Comfort Food Star

This Garlic Butter Chicken Crockpot recipe is a cozy, low lactose meal that's easy to prepare and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Resting Time 10

Total Time 6 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts These cuts cook up tender and juicy.

For the Sauce

5 cloves Garlic The more garlic you use, the richer the sauce.
1/2 cup Butter Provides creamy depth; can substitute with olive oil.

For the Vegetables

4 cups Yukon gold or red potatoes Avoid waxy types for better texture.
2 cups Carrots Add natural sweetness.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing overall flavor.
1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (like parsley) Adds freshness before serving.

Equipment

slow cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep ingredients by washing and chopping the Yukon gold or red potatoes and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Mince several cloves of garlic and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
Combine the seasoned chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by the chopped potatoes and carrots. Sprinkle the minced garlic over the top and pour melted butter evenly over the contents.
Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours without lifting the lid.
Once finished, remove the lid and let the dish sit for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently and add broth to retain moisture.

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