Description
Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, and vibrant carrots in a savory broth. This one-pot meal simmers all day, filling your home with an irresistible aroma that beckons family and friends to the dinner table. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this dish delivers warmth and satisfaction with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and peel potatoes and carrots; chop into bite-sized pieces; mince garlic.
- Layer in the crockpot: Place chicken breasts at the bottom; add potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic.
- Add liquids: Pour chicken broth over the ingredients until just covered.
- Season: Sprinkle thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper on top; gently mix to coat.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender.
- Serve: Enjoy hot from the pot; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap Yukon Gold potatoes for sweet potatoes for a different flavor profile. Experiment with seasonal veggies like green beans or peas for added nutrition.