Slow-Cooker Garlic-Parmesan Chicken

By paulmartinjr

Ingredients

• 3 3
• tbsp.
• extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 2
• lb.
• bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1
• lb.
• baby red potatoes, quartered
• 2 2
• tbsp.
• butter, softened
• 5 5
• cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 2
• tbsp.
• fresh thyme
• Freshly chopped parsley
• 2 2
• tbsp.
• freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken, season

with salt and pepper, and sear until golden, 3

minutes per side. Meanwhile, in a large slow cooker, toss

potatoes with remaining 2 tablespoons oil,

butter, garlic, thyme, parsley, and Parmesan

and season generously with salt and pepper.

Add chicken and cook on high for 4 hours or

low for 8 hours, until potatoes are tender and

chicken is fully cooked. Garnish with Parmesan before serving.