Step 1

Prepare the baby potatoes by rinsing with cold water and cutting the larger potatoes in half.

Step 2

Put the potatoes into the bottom of a 6 quart or 7 quart crock pot slow cooker.

Step 3

Pour the olive oil and melted butter over the potatoes.

Step 4

Add the parsley, rosemary, minced garlic, ground pepper and salt to the crock pot. Use a large spoon to toss the potatoes with the herbs, spices, olive oil and butter to coat well.

Step 5

Place the chicken on top of the potatoes and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Place the lid on top of the crock pot and cook on high for  2 1/2 to 3 hours or low for 4 to 5 hours (see note) or cook until the center of the thickest piece of chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 F. degrees.

Step 7

Spoon the juices from the crock pot over the chicken and potatoes when serving.

Step 8

Makes 4 servings.