Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans

why make this recipe

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans is a fantastic dish that combines simplicity and flavor. Using a crockpot means you can set it and forget it, making it perfect for busy days. The delicious garlic butter sauce enhances the taste of the chicken, potatoes, and green beans, creating a hearty meal. Plus, it is all cooked together, which makes for easy cleanup!

how to make Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans

Ingredients:

  • Chicken breasts
  • Baby potatoes, halved
  • Green beans
  • Butter, melted
  • Garlic
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Chicken broth

Directions:

  1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. Add halved baby potatoes and trimmed green beans.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and veggies.
  5. Add chicken broth to the pot.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

how to serve Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans

This dish is great served straight from the crockpot. You can plate the chicken along with the potatoes and green beans for a colorful and satisfying meal. It pairs well with a fresh salad or some crusty bread.

how to store Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans

To store leftovers, let the dish cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, just reheat in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through.

tips to make Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans

  • Trim the green beans and cut the potatoes into similar sizes for even cooking.
  • For extra flavor, add some herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley.
  • Make sure to not overfill the crockpot as this can affect the cooking time.

variation (if any)

You can easily customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots or corn. You can also switch out the chicken for pork or even tofu for a vegetarian option.

FAQs

  1. Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
    Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts, but you may need to increase the cooking time.

  2. Is it safe to leave the crockpot on while I am away?
    Yes, crockpots are designed for long cooking times, but always ensure it’s set correctly and monitored.

  3. Can I double the recipe?
    You can double the recipe; just make sure your crockpot is big enough to accommodate all the ingredients comfortably.

This simple recipe makes a delicious meal that the whole family will love! Enjoy your easy and flavorful Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans.

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans

A simple and flavorful dish that combines chicken, potatoes, and green beans in a delicious garlic butter sauce, all cooked together in a crockpot for easy cleanup.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts
  • 1 pound Baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 pound Green beans Trimmed
  • 1/2 cup Butter, melted
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 cup Chicken broth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. Add halved baby potatoes and trimmed green beans.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and veggies.
  5. Add chicken broth to the pot.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve and enjoy your dish straight from the crockpot, plating the chicken along with potatoes and green beans.

Notes

To store leftovers, let the dish cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, just reheat in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through. For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley. Make sure to not overfill the crockpot as this can affect the cooking time. You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots or corn, and you can switch out the chicken for pork or tofu for a vegetarian option.

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