Walking into the house and smelling Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Recipe is a small comfort after a long day. The 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced, 4 cloves garlic, minced simmer together in the slow cooker while you take care of everything else.
Using a Crockpot allows for easy preparation and minimal cleanup, making it a great choice for families or anyone looking for a convenient meal option.
Easy Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Recipe
This recipe features chicken breasts cooked with sweet potatoes, garlic, and herbs in a slow cooker. It takes about 6-8 hours to cook on low heat and serves 4 people, providing a wholesome and satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Layer the Ingredients: In the Crockpot, place the diced sweet potatoes at the bottom. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic on top.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables in the Crockpot.
- Add Liquid: Pour the chicken broth and olive oil over the chicken and vegetables.
- Cook: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the sweet potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Recipe reheats well as leftovers, so I usually make enough for lunch the next day. If you try it, tweak the seasoning to your own taste and make it yours.
