Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
A warm, hearty dish combining tender chicken and sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, slice the carrots, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a large bowl, mix salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika. Rub this spice blend onto the chicken.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides for 3-4 minutes.
- In the bottom of your crockpot, layer sweet potatoes, carrots, and onions. Place the seared chicken on top.
- Add minced garlic and pour the chicken broth evenly over everything.
- Cover the crockpot, set it to low, and cook for 6-8 hours.
- Once done, stir gently to combine, adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
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Notes
For a heartier meal, consider adding bell peppers or green beans. To enhance flavors, experiment with herbs like rosemary.