Garlic Parmesan Crack Chicken
This is one of my favorite meals to make, and this past weekend i messed around with a bit more and learned how to make it even better!
Overall rating: 10/10
👩🍳Home Recipe~
Ingredients: 2 frozen chicken breasts, 2 bottles of Buffalo Wild Wing Garlic Parmesan Sauce (i find great value at walmart works/tastes the exact same for cheaper!), 2 blocks of cream cheese (again great value works!), 2 bags of parmesan shredded cheese, whole milk, bowtie pasta (really any you like, i just happen to like bowtie), 1 whole yellow onion, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper, 4 oz of whole mushrooms, 1.5 lb bag of red potatoes, 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Detailed Steps: throw your frozen (or thawed) chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot, cover in your seasonings, then start to chop your veggies. chop everything but the mushroom in half in cubes and slice the mushrooms. layer the bell peppers on one side of the chicken, and the onion on the other, cover in mushrooms! pour out one bottle of the BWW garlic parmesan sauce, pouring in a quarter cup of milk and shaking g bottle to get the remainder out of bottle. cube up and place cream cheese around the pot. cover in red potatoes and then add more of the same seasonings. pour out the second bottle of sauce and use milk to empty it as well. place whole block of cream cheese in the center of pot. splash of lemon juice! let sit on high 5 hours or low for 9, and stir every hour. the last 30 mins, cook noodles and pour them into the crockpot, stir together and enjoy!! smells and tastes incredible even my picky little sister loves it!
Additional tips/notes: i like to season my chicken in the bottom of the crockpot! throw lemon pepper, garlic and herb, salt and pepper, and italian seasoning on top of it and let it sit. add it again to the top of the potatoes!
If you’re looking for a comforting and flavorful crockpot meal, this Garlic Parmesan Crack Chicken is a fantastic choice. One tip I’ve found helpful is to make sure you don’t skip seasoning the chicken thoroughly before starting the slow cooking process. Using a combination of lemon pepper, garlic and herb seasoning, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning really enhances the depth of flavor in the dish. I also like to vary the vegetables based on what I have available. While bell peppers and onions bring great sweetness and texture, adding mushrooms introduces an earthy note that pairs perfectly with the cheesy sauce. For a bit of extra freshness, a splash of lemon juice near the end brightens the rich cream and parmesan base. Regarding the choice of pasta, bowtie works wonderfully due to its shape, which holds onto the sauce well. However, feel free to experiment with penne, rotini, or even egg noodles depending on your preference. When cooking in the crockpot, stirring every hour keeps the ingredients well combined and helps the cream cheese melt evenly throughout the dish. Adding the pasta only in the last 30 minutes prevents it from becoming overly soft and mushy. I recommend trying store-brand Buffalo Wild Wing garlic parmesan sauce as it offers great flavor at a lower cost compared to name brands, making this recipe both budget-friendly and delicious. Making this recipe ahead of time is also easy—just refrigerate leftovers and gently reheat. The flavors deepen after sitting overnight, making it great for meal prep. Overall, this garlic parmesan crack chicken recipe is an excellent go-to for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. It’s rich, creamy, packed with veggies, and sure to impress even picky eaters. Give it a try and enjoy the mouthwatering aroma and taste that fills your kitchen!
What does the lemon juice do? Is that for flavor?