Creamy Garlic Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Savory chicken simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce - an effortless slow cooker dinner perfect over potatoes, pasta or rice.
# What You'll Need:
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt, adjust to taste
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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2 tbsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp water
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
→ For Serving
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Mashed potatoes
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Rice or cauliflower rice
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Pasta
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Steamed vegetables
# How to Make It:
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Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the crockpot.
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Pour in the chicken broth, then add minced garlic, butter, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
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Whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl to form a slurry. Pour it into the crockpot along with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Shred the chicken for a creamy pulled chicken dish or leave it whole and spoon the sauce over the top.
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Serve immediately over prepared sides like mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
# Additional Tips:
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Toss shredded chicken and sauce with cooked pasta for a creamy garlic pasta.
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Serve over rice with steamed broccoli or sautéed spinach for a complete meal.
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For a low-carb option, spoon over mashed cauliflower or zucchini noodles.
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Make garlic chicken sandwiches by piling shredded chicken onto toasted sandwich rolls.