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This is honestly so straightforward, you’ll wonder why you ever stressed about weeknight dinners!
Sort the spuds first – I slice my potatoes into thick rounds and arrange them in the bottom of the slow cooker. They become like little flavour sponges sitting in all those lovely juices.
Get them seasoned – A good glug of olive oil and half my seasoning mix gets sprinkled over those potatoes. I give them a bit of a toss to make sure they’re all coated.
Chicken goes on top – Just nestle those pieces right on the potatoes. They’ll steam beautifully and stay so tender.
More seasoning magic – The rest of my herb mix gets scattered over the chicken. Don’t be shy with it!
Add the aromatics – Those dried herbs go everywhere – rosemary and thyme are such a perfect combination.
Liquid gold – I pour the stock around the edges, not directly over everything. This creates the perfect steamy environment.
Butter finale – Little dots of butter everywhere. This is what makes it taste properly indulgent.
The waiting game – Lid on and let it work its magic for hours. Your house will smell absolutely incredible!
My Best Tricks
Cut everything evenly – Similar-sized potato pieces mean everything cooks at the same rate. No one wants some bits overcooked and others still hard!
Don’t flood it – Just enough stock to create steam, not so much that you end up with soup. The vegetables will release their own juices too.
Resist lifting the lid – I know it’s tempting when it smells so good, but every peek adds cooking time and lets the heat escape.
Test with a fork – The potatoes should give easily when poked, and the chicken should be fall-apart tender.
Let it settle – A few minutes rest after cooking helps everything hold together better when you’re serving up.
Keep those pan juices – They’re liquid gold! Spoon them over everything when you serve.
Ways to Mix It Up
Mediterranean twist – Add some cherry tomatoes and olives in the last hour for a completely different vibe.
Creamy indulgence – Stir through some cream cheese or sour cream just before serving for extra richness.
Veggie boost – Chuck in some carrots, onions, or bell peppers if you want more vegetables in the mix.
Citrus zing – A squeeze of lemon juice and some zest right at the end brightens everything up beautifully.
Spice it up – A pinch of paprika or chilli flakes adds a lovely warm heat without being overwhelming.
Quick Questions Sorted
What if my chicken’s looking a bit pale? Pop it under the grill for a few minutes after slow cooking to get that golden colour. Makes it look even more appetising!
Can I use frozen chicken? It’s better to defrost it first for even cooking, but if you’re stuck, just add an extra hour to the cooking time.
My potatoes are still firm – help! Just keep cooking! Every slow cooker is different, and some take longer than others. They’ll get there eventually.
Is this okay for meal prep? Absolutely brilliant for it! Keeps in the fridge for days and actually tastes better after the flavours have had time to mingle.
Can I make this dairy-free? Skip the butter and use a bit more olive oil instead. Still delicious, just slightly less indulgent.
Perfect Partners
Keep it simple – A bag of mixed salad leaves or some steamed green beans add colour and freshness.
Bread lovers – Some crusty rolls or garlic bread are perfect for mopping up all those gorgeous juices.
Wine night – A crisp white wine or light red goes beautifully with all those herb flavours.
Leftover Magic
Next day lunch – Shred any leftover chicken and mix with the potatoes for an amazing jacket potato filling.
Soup starter – Add some extra stock and blend half of it for a gorgeous creamy soup base.
Sandwich gold – That tender chicken makes incredible sandwiches with a bit of mayo and some salad leaves.
Storage Know-How
Fridge life – Keeps perfectly for up to 4 days covered in the fridge. Sometimes I think it tastes even better on day two!
Freezer friendly – Portions freeze brilliantly for up to 3 months. Just defrost overnight and reheat gently.
Reheating tricks – A splash of stock or water helps bring it back to life when reheating. Gentle heat is best.
More Slow Cooker Winners
If you love the convenience of throwing everything in one pot and walking away, you’ll definitely want to try my other slow cooker favourites!
Slow Cooker Herby Chicken and Potato Bake
The ultimate set-and-forget dinner that fills your house with incredible aromas and delivers tender, flavourful chicken and perfectly cooked potatoes every single time!
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 5 serves
Calories: 365kcal
Ingredients
4 large chicken breast fillets
8 medium waxy potatoes – cut into thick rounds
3 tablespoons olive oil
1½ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
1½ teaspoons onion powder
2 tablespoons dried rosemary
2 tablespoons dried thyme
100ml chicken stock
30g butter – cut into small cubes
Instructions
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