Slow Cooked Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Tender chicken slow-cooked with garlic, cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan.Shred the chicken and stir in Parmesan for a rich, creamy sauce.Serve with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add the minced garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours, or until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and is tender.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy. This Slow Cooked Garlic Parmesan Chicken is best served warm.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute part of the heavy cream with evaporated milk, although the sauce will be less rich. You can also use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a more tender result.
Serve this creamy chicken with spaghetti, fettuccine, rice, mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, or crusty bread.