Slow Cooker Pesto Parmesan Chicken is a delicious and comforting family dinner made with tender chicken breasts, golden baby potatoes, fresh garlic, red pesto, and Parmesan cheese. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering rich flavors with minimal preparation.
This Slow Cooker Pesto Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a delicious, comforting dinner made with tender chicken breasts, baby potatoes, fragrant garlic, red pesto, and Parmesan cheese.
Everything comes together in the slow cooker, allowing the chicken and potatoes to absorb the rich, savory flavors while you get on with your day.
With a little Cajun seasoning, fresh lime juice, and rosemary, this homemade chicken dinner has a wonderful balance of zesty, herby, and cheesy flavors.
Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or meal preparation, this easy slow cooker chicken recipe requires minimal hands-on cooking and uses simple ingredients.
Serve it with steamed tenderstem broccoli, roasted cherry tomatoes, or your favorite green vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Pesto Parmesan Chicken
- Easy slow cooker dinner: Minimal preparation and simple cooking steps.
- Packed with flavor: Garlic, Parmesan, red pesto, and Cajun seasoning create a delicious combination.
- Tender chicken: Gentle cooking helps the chicken stay juicy and flavorful.
- Hearty and satisfying: Baby potatoes make this a filling, comforting meal.
- Great for busy days: Prepare everything ahead and let the slow cooker do most of the work.
- Perfect for meal prep: Leftovers can be stored for convenient lunches.
Recipe Details
| Recipe Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Browning Time | 5–8 minutes |
| Slow Cooker Time | Approximately 3 hours on High |
| Total Time | Approximately 3 hours 20 minutes |
| Servings | 4 servings |
| Course | Main Course |
| Cooking Method | Slow Cooker |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breasts (approximately 600–700g total)
- 750g baby potatoes, halved if large
- 2 tablespoons red pesto
- 2 tablespoons light buttery spread
- 5 garlic cloves, crushed
- 30g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A little low-calorie cooking spray, for browning the chicken
- 75ml water or chicken stock, if needed
Optional for Serving
- Steamed tenderstem broccoli
- Roasted cherry tomatoes
- Extra grated Parmesan, if desired