Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Chicken: A Cozy, Comfort Dish
This Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Chicken is the perfect comfort dish, combining tender chicken with creamy, cheesy goodness and a hint of garlic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix it well and rub it on the chicken.
- Add cream cheese on top of the seasoned chicken.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken in the slow cooker and stir in the cheddar cheese.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Serve with rice or pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 8 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Cheesy Garlic, Chicken