Crock Pot Chicken, Potatoes & Cabbage
🌟 Description
This Crock Pot Chicken, Potatoes & Cabbage is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy days. Tender chicken, buttery baby potatoes, sweet cabbage, and carrots are slow-cooked in a flavorful garlic herb broth until everything is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. It’s an easy, wholesome dinner that requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor.
📝 Ingredients
Servings: 6
- 2 lbs (900 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1½ lbs (700 g) baby potatoes, halved
- ½ medium green cabbage, cut into wedges or large chunks
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker.
- Place the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic in the bottom of the crock pot.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, thyme, and Italian seasoning.
- Arrange the chicken over the vegetables.
- Pour the chicken broth around the ingredients and drizzle with olive oil.
- Place the cabbage wedges on top and dot with butter.
- Cover and cook:
- LOW: 6–7 hours
- HIGH: 3–4 hours
- Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Gently stir before serving and spoon some of the flavorful broth over each serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy.
⏱️ Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High)
- Total Time: About 6½–7½ hours
- Servings: 6
💡 Tips
- Baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes hold their shape best.
- Add celery or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
- For a richer broth, stir in a tablespoon of butter just before serving.
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)
- Calories: 390
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fat: 17 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 5 g
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q: Can I use bone-in chicken?
A: Yes! Bone-in thighs or drumsticks add extra flavor. Increase the cooking time by about 30–60 minutes if needed.
Q: Can I use red cabbage instead of green cabbage?
A: Yes. Red cabbage works well, though it will give the broth a slightly purple color.
Q: Should I sear the chicken first?
A: It’s optional. Searing adds extra flavor and color, but the recipe is still delicious if you skip this step.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Absolutely. Celery, parsnips, turnips, green beans, or mushrooms all make great additions.
Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble everything in the slow cooker insert the night before, refrigerate, then start cooking the next day.
Q: What can I serve with this meal?
A: It’s a complete meal on its own, but crusty bread, dinner rolls, or a fresh green salad are excellent accompaniments.
