Creamy Chive Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

If you find the sauce is slightly too thick after cooking, you can stir in a tablespoon of warm water or milk to reach your desired consistency.

Be sure to stir gently so you do not break apart the tender chicken pieces, as they will be very delicate after four hours of slow cooking.

To add a touch of color and extra freshness, garnish the final dish with a final sprinkle of freshly chopped chives right before serving.

This not only enhances the presentation but also provides a crisp, fresh contrast to the creamy, warm flavors of the braised chicken and potatoes.

Variations

• Spicy Chive Chicken: Add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the cream cheese sauce before pouring it over the chicken for a subtle, warming heat that complements the garlic.
• Bacon and Chive Chicken: Stir in a handful of pre-cooked, crumbled bacon pieces during the last 30 minutes of cooking to add a smoky, salty crunch that pairs perfectly with the creamy chive sauce.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Freezing is not recommended as the cream cheese sauce may separate and change texture upon thawing.

Reheat

Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally until heated through.

Allow any leftovers to cool to room temperature, but do not leave them out for more than two hours. Once cooled, transfer the chicken and potatoes into an airtight container.

Keep the sauce with the chicken to prevent it from drying out in the refrigerator. Properly stored, it will maintain its quality for up to three days.

You can prepare the ingredients in the slow cooker insert the night before and keep it in the refrigerator. When ready to cook, simply place the insert into the base and turn it on.

Note that you may need to add an extra 30 minutes to the cook time if the ingredients are cold from the fridge.

Serving ideas

Serve this dish in shallow bowls to showcase the creamy sauce. It pairs beautifully with a side of steamed green beans or a crisp garden salad, which provides a fresh, crunchy element that balances the richness of the cream cheese and the tenderness of the chicken and potatoes.

For a more complete meal, you can serve the chicken and potatoes over a bed of steamed rice or alongside crusty bread, which is perfect for mopping up any remaining sauce. The neutral flavor of the rice or bread allows the savory chive and garlic notes of the sauce to shine.

Frequently asked questions

Recipe card

Creamy Chive Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes

Prep 10 minCook 4 hRest 5 minTotal 4 h 15 minServes 4

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb chicken tenderloins
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 8 oz chive cream cheese sauce

Instructions

1. Place the chicken tenderloins in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker insert. Arrange the halved baby potatoes on top of the chicken, ensuring they are tucked in snugly to promote even cooking.
2. Evenly sprinkle the garlic powder and fresh chives over the chicken and potatoes. Pour the chive cream cheese sauce directly over the top of the ingredients, spreading it slightly to ensure even coverage.
3. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving alongside the tender potatoes.

Contains: milk, gluten

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

420

Protein

32 g

Carbohydrates

28 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

3 g

Sugar

2 g

Sodium

450 mg

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.