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Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs Recipe

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This Easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs recipe is a comforting, family-friendly meal that comes together with minimal effort. Tender, fall-apart chicken thighs are simmered in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (about 6–8) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 8–10 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Transfer seared chicken to the crockpot, skin-side up.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and let it melt. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour the garlic-butter mixture over the chicken in the crockpot. Sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly over the top. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is fork-tender and reaches 165°F.
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, remove chicken from the crockpot and set aside. Whisk in heavy cream (if using), then gradually whisk in grated Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return chicken to the crockpot, spooning sauce over the top. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes to reheat.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, sear the chicken first to develop deep flavor. Add Parmesan at the end to prevent graininess. If sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir in; cook for 5 minutes to thicken.

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