Description
This Cozy Savory Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken with Fresh Veggies is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with a medley of fresh vegetables in a creamy garlic sauce infused with Italian seasoning, creating a rich and satisfying dish that’s simple to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables
- 4 cups of mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, bell peppers)
Sauce
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse flavor.
- Add Vegetables: Layer the mixed vegetables, including carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers, on top of the seasoned chicken.
- Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream until thoroughly combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the creamy garlic sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid.
- Slow Cook: Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the creamy garlic chicken and veggies hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on your slow cooker’s heat settings and chicken thickness.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a non-dairy cream alternative.
- Add other vegetables such as zucchini or mushrooms for more variety.
- Use fresh garlic for more pungent flavor, or garlic powder as a convenient alternative.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American