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Have you ever come home to a Crock Pot entree, ready for dinner but still needing to whip up a side dish or two to make it a full meal? I feel like this always happens when I\u2019m at my most hungry and exhausted\u2013which is why I created this full meal<\/em> that cooks up in one Crock Pot, all at once!<\/p>\nThis Crockpot chicken, potatoes, and green beans has everything you need for a wholesome family dinner\u2013with the protein, starch, and veggie all in one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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I love this recipe for Crockpot chicken and potatoes for our family\u2019s jam-packed days. All I have to do is set aside 10 minutes for prep earlier in the day, and the slow cooker does the rest of the work!<\/p>\n
<\/span>Why I LOVE this recipe!<\/h2>\n\nTender & so delicious<\/strong> \u2013 In the Crock Pot, chicken breast cooks up tender and juicy. Covering the chicken, along with the potatoes and green beans, with Italian dressing mix is my secret weapon for incredible flavor.<\/li>\nFull meal-in-one<\/strong> \u2013 It really is the best feeling when I don\u2019t have to worry about figuring out side dishes for this chicken potato slow cooker meal if I don\u2019t want to. We\u2019ve got protein, starch, and veggies, all in one, already done!<\/li>\nWholesome<\/strong> \u2013 With lean chicken breast and nutrient-rich veggies, this easy crockpot chicken & potatoes is a wholesome meal that I feel great eating and<\/em> serving to my family.<\/li>\nSimple & easy<\/strong> \u2013 We\u2019re talking six ingredients and less than 10 minutes to prep the veggies and add everything to the Crock Pot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
<\/span>Recipe Notes<\/h2>\nThis Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes recipe is as simple as promised! Just six ingredients and 10 minutes prep<\/strong> for a family friendly dinner.<\/p>\nIn this section I am going to go through a few tips and tricks I use for how to make Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes to get the absolute best and most delicious results.<\/p>\n
Make sure to scroll to the bottom for the FULL recipe card.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>Ingredients + Substitutions<\/h2>\n\nOnion <\/strong>\u2013 I usually use a standard yellow onion, but white onion or sweet onion will also work well.<\/li>\nChicken<\/strong> \u2013 I like to use boneless, skinless chicken breast for this Crockpot chicken and potatoes. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs would work, too.<\/li>\nGreen beans<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019ll want a pound of fresh green beans with the ends trimmed off.<\/li>\nPotatoes<\/strong> \u2013 I love Yukon Gold potatoes in this recipe. With their thin, flavorful skin, you don\u2019t have to peel them, and I love their fluffy texture and buttery taste!<\/li>\nItalian dressing mix<\/strong> \u2013 Buy it in the salad dressing section at your local grocery store, or try my\u00a0homemade Italian dressing mix.<\/li>\nButter<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019ll use two tablespoons of salted butter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nMake sure to see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full quantities and ingredients list.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\nIf you love this recipe as much as we do and want some quick ways to change it up for variety, these little tips will do the trick!<\/p>\n
\nSlow Cooker Chicken, Potatoes, & Carrots\u2013<\/strong> Swap in a pound of baby carrots instead of the green beans. You can also use 1\/2 pound of baby carrots and 1\/2 pound of green beans for more color and variety.<\/li>\nSlow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Potatoes\u2013 <\/strong>Add four fresh cloves of garlic, minced finely, along with the second half of the Italian seasoning. Top the finished dish with a generous sprinkle of shredded Parmesan cheese.<\/li>\nSlow Cooker Winter Vegetable Chicken & Potatoes\u2013<\/strong> Swap winter root vegetables for the green beans such as peeled and sliced parsnips, turnips, and carrots. Especially good when served with a kale salad alongside!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>Recipe Step by Step<\/h2>\nI am going to highlight a few key steps in the recipe here, but make sure to jump down to the recipe card for comprehensive instructions on how to make Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes.<\/p>\n
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Line the bottom of the Crock Pot with the diced onion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Top with the chicken and sprinkle half of the Italian dressing mix over the top.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Cut the potatoes into bite-size chunks and add them to the slow cooker, over to one side.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Add the green beans to the other side of the Crock Pot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Sprinkle the remaining seasoning mix and drizzle melted butter over the top.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Cook until the veggies are tender and the chicken is cooked through.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n\nAdd the onion to the bottom of the Crock Pot first <\/strong>\u2013 I like to dice the onion and place it on the bottom of the slow cooker to act as a bed of sorts for the chicken. The aromatic onion adds wonderful flavor to the chicken this way.<\/li>\nPrep one, freeze one<\/strong> \u2013 Sometimes I\u2019ll prep a second Crock Pot meal at the same time to freeze for later on. Just prop a gallon-size freezer bag up in a bowl and add a second set of ingredients to the freezer bag, label, and freeze. When I know we have a busy week coming up, I\u2019ll pull it out and thaw overnight in the fridge, then pour the contents of the freezer bag into the Crock Pot for dinner that night!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n
<\/span>Recipe Short Cuts<\/h2>\nIf you need to make this recipe, but are extra short on time, here are a few ideas that can help make this recipe even faster!<\/p>\n
\nUse pre-trimmed green beans<\/strong> \u2013<\/strong> Washing and trimming the ends off of green beans can be a chore! Save yourself some time by buying already-prepped green beans in the produce section of your local grocery store.<\/li>\nBuy already-diced onions \u2013 <\/strong>Save yourself some chopping by purchasing pre-diced onions at the grocery store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/span>Freezer Meal Instructions<\/h2>\nMaking this Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes recipe into a freezer meal is simple! Follow the steps below and you can store this recipe in the freezer for up to 6 months.<\/p>\n
To freeze before cooking<\/h3>\n\nAdd the ingredients to a freezer bag.<\/li>\n Label and date.<\/li>\n Freeze for up to 6 months.<\/li>\n To cook, thaw overnight in the fridge then add the contents to the slow cooker and cook as directed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nHow to freeze Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes after cooking<\/h3>\n\nAllow the food to cool and separate into meal-sized portions in airtight freezer containers or freezer bags.<\/li>\n Freeze for up to 6 months.<\/li>\n Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the microwave or covered with foil in the oven.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/span>What to Serve with Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes<\/h2>\nSince this protein based dinner has the delicious flavors of chicken and potatoes, it will pair well with many of your favorite traditional side dishes.<\/p>\n
Choose one or several of these side dishes to create a wholesome, well-rounded dinner. There are both classic options and some healthy options to keep it light.<\/p>\n
Side Dish Ideas<\/h3>\n\nEasily transform a loaf of French bread into the Best Ever Garlic Bread or Pesto Cheese Bread.<\/li>\n Make these\u00a0soft and buttery no-yeast dinner rolls to serve alongside.<\/li>\n A fresh green salad is always welcome! This Kale Salad always earns high marks, or throw together\u00a0asimple side salad with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and scallions along with balsamic dressing, blue cheese dressing, or creamy Italian vinaigrette.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
<\/span>Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes Leftovers<\/h2>\nIf you have leftovers after making this recipe, then it is your lucky day! They save and reheat well, and can make the start of another delicious dish.<\/p>\n
To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:<\/p>\n
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