Buttery garlic scampi usually means a skillet and constant attention, but the slow cooker keeps it calm. This crockpot chicken scampi lets chicken breasts braise in butter, white wine, and garlic before you add parsley at the end.
Easy Crockpot Chicken Scampi
In this recipe, chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a savory blend of garlic, butter, and white wine, creating a delightful sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta or rice. The preparation is minimal, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked pasta or rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the crockpot.
- Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the white wine and Italian seasoning, then pour the mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine with the sauce. Serve over cooked pasta or rice, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
I serve this over angel hair pasta so the buttery garlic sauce has somewhere to go. A handful of parsley at the end keeps it from tasting too heavy.
