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Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe! {Secret Ingredient}

October 20, 2015 By Heidi 57 Comments

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This Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe is so rich and delicious… the secret ingredient butter makes everything better!!

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Your chicken dinner is about to become amazing!  Make dinner the highlight of your week when you make this ridiculously delicious Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe!

This Crock Pot Chicken Recipe couldn’t be easier and the flavor is off-the-charts delish!  I love serving this yummy dish when company comes over, too!  It’s rich, creamy, and ridiculously yummy!!

This is the comfort food you’ve been longing for!

You really can’t go wrong with Garlic and Parmesan… so go grab your Crock Pot and let’s get started!

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Jennifer writes: “I made this for dinner and it was soooo good!!!”

Susan writes: “The sauce is excellent!”

Michelle writes: “All I can say is wow! The family loved it and decided it will be a keeper!”

Wendy writes: “This was fantastic! The whole family loved it. Will definitely make it again.”

Kayla writes: “Tried this tonight!  Turned out awesome.  I followed the recipe exactly.”

Alyssa writes: “My friend made it for me and since then I’ve been hooked! Love it”

Kaitlyn writes: “I made extra sauce and it was so tasty! I will be adding this to my recipe box.”

Jennifer writes: “Was very rich but very tasty.  Perfect for the Keto diet!”

Genelle writes: “Hubby said it tasted like a meal made in a restaurant. I accompanied mine with a skinny pasta recipe I love. Awesome combination!”

Katie writes: “Really good, easy recipe. Used powdered parmesan and it worked great.”

Melissa writes: “I made this with Brussels sprouts (put them right in the slow cooker with the chicken) and it was amazing!”

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Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

This Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe is so rich and delicious... the secret ingredient butter makes everything better!!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time3 hrs 30 mins
Total Time3 hrs 35 mins
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: crockpot, easy, Slow Cooker
Servings: 4
Author: The Frugal Girls

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts thawed
  • 3/4 cup of Butter softened
  • 1 cup real Mayonnaise
  • 12 Garlic Cloves finely minced
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • ½ tsp Oregano
  • ½ tsp Basil
  • 1 tsp fresh squeezed Lemon Juice {optional}
  • 1/8 tsp. Salt {optional}

Instructions

  • Add Chicken to Crock Pot
  • Cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours {covered}
  • After 3 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW, drain juices from Crock Pot.
  • In small mixing bowl, combine Butter, Mayo, Parmesan, Garlic, Oregano, Basil & Salt and stir well.
  • Pour mixture over chicken.
  • Cover, and cook on HIGH for 30 minutes more, or until done. ENJOY!!

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Comments

  1. Melody says

    April 24, 2022 at 9:50 am

    I made this last night. I cooked my chicken (tenders because that was all I had) with a packet of Knorr’s vegetable recipe mix that I needed to use. My garlic cloves were HUGE so I only used four and decided to be lazy and use the garlic press. I used Duke’s mayo and got a block of parmesan and used the cheese grater.

    I could drink that sauce. It was so good! I served it with green beans and mashed potatoes. The leftovers today for lunch were just as yummy! This is definitely a keeper for a rich, special dinner. Though I think next time I might half the amount of butter just to lighten it up a bit.

    Thank you so much!

    Reply
  2. Cheryl Dunkin says

    November 17, 2021 at 6:21 pm

    This was wonderful! I thought I was mincing garlic forever but it wasn’t too much. Everyone loved it. It will be a repeat at this house. Very rich but amazing!

    Reply
  3. Taylor says

    May 5, 2021 at 6:10 am

    Made this but not entirely true to its ingredients dur to lack of and WOW it was so good. My fiancé was raving. So, I did 4 chicken thighs on high 3 hours mixed 1/2 cup Mayo, lemon juice, parsley & basil, only 1/4 cup butter, 2 TBSP garlic, Parmesan AND mozzarella true to your heart, and I topped it with seasoned Panko. YUM!!!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      May 5, 2021 at 12:20 pm

      Oh I’m so glad you loved it, Taylor… and the seasoned panko sounds like a delicious addition!

      Reply
  4. Christie says

    August 24, 2020 at 5:46 pm

    This sounds so easy and really delicious! i’m going to bookmark this one to try! Because I love the flavour profile and that you used some mayo!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      August 24, 2020 at 5:50 pm

      Aww… thanks, Christie! I think you will LOVE it… it’s rich, decadent, and deliciously dreamy comfort food! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    April 23, 2020 at 7:26 am

    So, I just put the chicken only in the crockpot for 6 hours and none of the other ingredients until after that time? Should I spray my crockpot with nonstick spray?
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      April 23, 2020 at 11:30 am

      Hi Julie ~ that’s correct. You’ll first just cook the chicken separately… and no nonstick spray is necessary, as the chicken will end up cooking in the juices it releases. Later, after you drain the juices, you’ll add the sauce. This will ensure a thicker, more flavorful sauce for your chicken. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
      • Julie says

        April 23, 2020 at 11:47 am

        Thanks!

        Reply
        • Heidi says

          April 23, 2020 at 11:54 am

          You’re very welcome… enjoy! 🙂

          Reply
  6. kristen says

    July 28, 2019 at 12:03 pm

    can you make this with chicken tenders?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      July 28, 2019 at 12:45 pm

      Absolutely, Kristen… just keep an eye on the cook time, as you may need to adjust it a bit.

      Reply
  7. Bethany says

    January 22, 2019 at 11:55 am

    Can you use mozzarella shredded instead of Parmesan??????

    Reply
  8. Cynthia says

    January 7, 2019 at 10:30 am

    Can you freeze this for meals later?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 10, 2019 at 11:21 pm

      Hi Cynthia ~ this recipe really is best when served immediately. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Brooke says

    August 2, 2018 at 1:10 pm

    Can this be converted to an instant Pot recipe? If so how? Thank you in advance!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 10, 2019 at 11:20 pm

      Hi Brooke ~ this sauce does not work well in a pressure cooker, however here are some other easy Instant Pot recipes for busy nights…

      https://thefrugalgirls.com/easy-instant-pot-recipes

      Reply
  10. Mary says

    January 3, 2018 at 1:47 pm

    Can this be made in a 4 quart crock pot? If so, should I adjust the cooking times/settings?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 10, 2019 at 11:19 pm

      Hi Mary ~ this works best in a 5 – 7 quart crock pot.

      Reply
  11. Sandy says

    January 2, 2018 at 8:02 pm

    Can a pressure cooker be use to cook the chicken?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 10, 2019 at 11:19 pm

      Hi Sandy ~ this sauce does not work well in a pressure cooker, however here are some easy Instant Pot recipes for busy nights…

      https://thefrugalgirls.com/easy-instant-pot-recipes

      Reply
  12. Kim says

    December 15, 2017 at 10:02 am

    I would like to make this for Christmas dinner for 21 people. Can I stack the chicken on top of each other? Obviously I’ll need a few crockpots.

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      December 15, 2017 at 4:33 pm

      Hi Kim ~ this recipe honestly works best laying the chicken in a single layer. I would try to round up 4 – 5 large crockpots if you can, and just cook that way. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Holly says

    December 7, 2017 at 1:38 pm

    Now with the instant pot (electric pressure cooker) being all the rage, can you make this in there? I’d love to know how, i’m such a newbie to that type of cooking! This sounds so yummy!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 10, 2019 at 11:18 pm

      Hi Holly ~ this sauce does not work well in a pressure cooker, however here are some easy Instant Pot recipes for busy nights you might like…

      https://thefrugalgirls.com/easy-instant-pot-recipes

      Reply
  14. Jen says

    May 17, 2017 at 8:16 am

    This my family’s favorite meal now. They beg for it regularly and I only get positive feedback every time. It is creamy and delicious and the chicken is so moist. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      May 18, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      Aww ~ you’re very welcome, Jen! So glad to hear your family loves it! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Chrissy says

    November 22, 2016 at 6:49 am

    The only garlic I have it powder or salt. Can I substitute with one of those?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      November 25, 2016 at 10:44 am

      Chrissy,

      I don’t recommend substituting the garlic, as the fresh garlic really makes this recipe amazing.

      Hope this helps ~ Heidi

      Reply
  16. Bryt says

    June 6, 2016 at 9:13 am

    What sides are you guys serving this dish with?

    Reply
    • Jen says

      June 6, 2016 at 9:16 am

      I made asparagus. 🙂

      Reply
  17. jeanne Ayr says

    May 25, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    Can I add the the juice from the chicken to the ingredients for flavor or not a good idea

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      May 28, 2016 at 12:34 pm

      Hi Jeanne ~ you’ll end up with a much thicker, more flavorful sauce if you drain the juices. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Gabby says

    April 22, 2016 at 7:35 am

    Can you substitute the garlic cloves with pre minced garlic and if so how much would I need to use? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      April 22, 2016 at 12:30 pm

      Hi Gabby,

      Absolutely, yes you can use pre minced garlic. If your jar of pre minced garlic doesn’t already indicate, you could try 1/4 tsp of pre minced garlic per clove of garlic. ~ hope this helps, Heidi

      Reply
      • Phyllis says

        July 11, 2016 at 7:47 am

        3 cloves of garlic equals 1 Tablespoon of minced

        Reply
  19. Laura says

    April 13, 2016 at 7:47 am

    Can u use powder parmesan cheese instead. I don’t have the real parmesan cheese to grade nor do I have the money to buy that kind of cheese.

    Reply
    • Pat Cody says

      April 22, 2016 at 8:01 am

      I actually compared the prices the last time I purchased parmesan and realized that the freshly grated in a jar is just out the same price as the stuff in the can. Literally a few pennies difference. I used to think I couldn’t afford the freshly grated but I actually can. Check it out. BTW, I shop mostly at Walmart.

      Reply
      • Betty Watson says

        January 2, 2017 at 1:34 pm

        I made it with the grated because I didn’t have the other and it was fabulous.

        Reply
  20. Karen says

    April 11, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    I got thin chicken so could i do ot for juat 2 hours or when I know thier done????

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      April 11, 2016 at 1:17 pm

      Hi Karen ~ yes… thin chicken breasts will work just fine! I’m not sure of the exact time, but you’ll definitely want to shorten the cook time. Just keep an eye on them to know when they’re done. ENJOY!

      Reply
      • Betty Watson says

        January 2, 2017 at 1:36 pm

        I used chicken tenders. They were finished in about half the time on low. Falling apart when I ate them.

        Reply
  21. Britnee says

    March 25, 2016 at 3:41 pm

    do I melt the butter or soften it?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      March 26, 2016 at 9:04 am

      Hi Britnee, you will soften the butter. I recommend pulling it out of the fridge an hour or so before you start, depending on the temperature of your home. Hope this helps ~ Heidi

      Reply
  22. Kate says

    February 25, 2016 at 9:46 am

    Any Mayo substitute? I don’t like it but everything else in the recipe sounds good.

    Reply
    • kellydreams2011 says

      March 7, 2016 at 12:12 pm

      If you cook frozen chicken in a crockpot, you risk cracking your pot. Ask me how I know. 😉

      As to a mayo substitute, I wonder if plain Greek yogurt would do the trick?

      Reply
      • Pat Cody says

        April 22, 2016 at 8:03 am

        I always cook my chicken from frozen but I always use the low temp. Wonder why you had a problem. Was your crockpot on high?

        Reply
  23. Debbie says

    February 25, 2016 at 7:06 am

    Can you cook the chicken if frozen? If so what temp and for how long? Thanks

    Reply
    • kellydreams2011 says

      March 7, 2016 at 12:13 pm

      If you cook frozen chicken in a crockpot, you risk cracking your pot. Ask me how I know.

      Reply
      • Pat Cody says

        March 18, 2016 at 12:26 pm

        And yet I cook frozen chicken in my crockpot about twice a week, have for years and have never had a problem. I cook it on low. Could that be the difference?

        Reply
        • kellydreams2011 says

          March 18, 2016 at 3:08 pm

          I cooked it on low too and had a nice crockpot (Kitchenaid). I loved that crock! I found out it would cost about $35 to replace the liner. It might have just been a fluke, or it might be the brand of pot. I don’t know. I wished I’d spent the $35 to get a new liner, rather than switching brands, because the crock burns everything even on low.

          Reply
  24. Iaisha says

    February 24, 2016 at 10:54 am

    its**

    Reply
  25. April says

    February 19, 2016 at 4:07 pm

    Can you cook this all together for 4-6 hours on low or is there a specific reason you cook the chicken first then add the parmesan/garlic sauce towards the end? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Iaisha says

      February 24, 2016 at 10:54 am

      Because the chicken is going to make tons of it’s on juice, you’ll want to drain it off before you add your sauce.

      Reply
      • Iaisha says

        February 24, 2016 at 10:55 am

        its***

        Reply
  26. Joseph Cetrangelo says

    January 13, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    Are you pouring water over the chicken when you cook it initially or is it by itself? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Celia says

      January 14, 2016 at 3:16 pm

      Joseph, I just made this dish and I put the chicken right in the crock pot with no additional liquid. Due to the slow cooking, the chicken produces it’s own juices over the 3 hours! 😉

      Reply

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