It’s so effortless to make this delicious chicken parmesan recipe in the Crockpot. This family favorite is so delicious and tasty, just let your slow cooker do it’s thing!
Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Recipe
Everyone’s favorite chicken dinner just got super easy to make in the Crockpot!
This slow cooker chicken parmesan is so simple to make, set it to go earlier in the day and you’ll have one tasty dinner waiting for you.
Breaded chicken breast is smothered in marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella for a delicious family meal everyone will love!
Why You’ll Love this Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Recipe:
- Easy: Simply dredge the chicken in the breadcrumbs and then let the slow cooker do it’s thing!
- Kid friendly: Even your picky eaters will love this tasty recipe!
- Simple ingredients: There’s nothing fancy about this dish. It uses everyday ingredients, most of which you will already have to hand.
How to make Crockpot chicken parmesan
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Dredge the chicken in egg and seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Cook in a skillet on both sides until browned but not cooked through.
- Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker and top with marinara sauce.
- Cook.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella and allow to melt.
- Serve!
How long does it take to cook?
The beauty about making this chicken parmesan in the slow cooker, is that you can set it to cook to fit into your schedule. You can cook it on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours, so just set it to whatever suits you!
Can you make it ahead of time?
This Crockpot chicken parmesan is best served when it’s ready, but can also be kept on the warm setting for a couple of hours if needed.
Once cooled, transfer the chicken and sauce to an airtight container and it will keep well for up to 4 days. You can reheat it in the oven, covered with foil, at 325F for 15 to 20 minutes until warmed through to serve.
What do you serve it with?
I love to serve this chicken parm over some fresh pasta, it’s the perfect comfort food! It’s also great served in a sandwich for a delicious hand held bite. Feel free to serve it up with a side of veggies like roasted asparagus or a side Caprese salad.
Other Chicken Parmesan Recipes
We love getting creative with how we prepare one of our all-time favorite meals, chicken parmesan! Here are some other variations that you must try!
- Baked Chicken Parmesan Sliders
- Fried Chicken Parm
- Chicken Parm Sandwich
- Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
- Truly Easy Chicken Parmesan
- Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Bake
- Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells
- Chicken Parm Baked Ziti
- Oven Baked Chicken Parmesan
Recipe Tips and Notes
- Don’t cook the chicken all the way through in the skillet as it will continue to cook in the slow cooker.
- Spray the slow cooker with cooking oil before placing in the chicken.
More Easy Italian Chicken Recipes
- Tik Tok Chicken Feta Pasta
- Chicken Florentine
- Chicken Marsala
- Chicken Piccata
- Stuffed Chicken Marsala
- Chicken Caesar Salad
I just know you are going to love this Crockpot chicken parmesan as much as my family does! So easy to make and oh so delicious!
More Slow Cooker Recipes
- Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
- Crockpot Chicken Fried Rice
- Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
- Crockpot Chicken Marsala
Crockpot Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 2 eggs
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil divided
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese or 4 slices mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic, powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate shallow dish, whisk the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture. Then, dip in the breadcrumbs, coating entirely.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Once heated, place 2 chicken breasts in the pan. Cook on each side for a couple minutes until browned on the outside. The chicken should not be cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan.
- Add in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and repeat the previous step for remaining chicken breasts.
- Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, and pour the marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.
- Remove the lid and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken breasts. Place the lid on again for a few minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Serve with your favorite pasta.
Notes
- Don’t cook the chicken all the way through in the skillet as it will continue to cook in the slow cooker.
- Spray the slow cooker with cooking oil before placing in the chicken.
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