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Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

A hearty and simple slow-cooked meal combining juicy chicken and sweet potatoes, perfect for busy families seeking comfort food without the hassle of extensive cooking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Substitute with chicken breasts for leaner meat.
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced Can be substituted with parsnips.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped Thyme can be used as a substitute.
  • to taste salt Season well to enhance flavors.
  • to taste black pepper Season to personal preference.
For Searing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter Used for searing the chicken.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet and sear until both sides are golden brown.
Slow Cooking
  1. Coat the slow cooker pot with cooking spray and arrange the diced sweet potatoes inside.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped rosemary, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the seared chicken on top of the sweet potatoes in an even layer.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2 hours.

Notes

For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk during the last 30 minutes. Leftovers can be used for wraps or salads. Searing the chicken is crucial for flavor, so don’t skip it! Avoid overfilling the slow cooker for even cooking.