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Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Recipe

My Crockpot chicken parmesan recipe is a foolproof way to make this Italian classic! Crispy breaded chicken, marinara, and mozzarella all together in a slow cooker, served with spaghetti.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 684kcal
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Crockpot

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs *
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning **
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup olive oil divided
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce 1 jar***
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese or 4 slices low-moisture mozzarella cheese

For Serving:

  • 1 pound cooked spaghetti optional

Instructions

Prep the Chicken:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic, powder, salt, and pepper.
    ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 pinch kosher salt, 1 pinch ground black pepper
    Breadcrumbs, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • In a separate shallow dish, whisk the eggs.
    2 large eggs
    Whisked eggs in a bowl.
  • Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture.
    4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    A chicken breast being dipped into whisked eggs to make crockpot parmesan chicken.
  • Then, dip in the breadcrumbs, coating entirely.
    A chicken breast being coated in breadcrumbs for crockpot parmesan chicken.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a cast iron skillet set over medium heat.
    ¼ cup olive oil
    Oil heating in a skillet.
  • Once heated, place 2 chicken breasts in the pan. Cook on each side for a couple of minutes, just until browned on the outside. The chicken should not be cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan.
    Three breaded chicken breasts in a skillet.
  • Add in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and repeat the previous step for remaining chicken breasts.
    Three breaded chicken breasts browning in a skillet for crockpot chicken parmesan.

Add to Crockpot:

  • Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
    A crockpot being sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Place the seared chicken breasts in the slow cooker, then pour the marinara sauce over the chicken.
    24 ounces marinara sauce
    crockpot chicken parmesan in a slow cooker topped with marinara sauce.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or on LOW for 4-6 hours.
    Crockpot chicken parmesan in a slow cooker.
  • Remove the lid and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the chicken breasts. Place the lid on again for a few minutes until the cheese has melted.
    1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    Crockpot chicken parmesan topped with cheese slices in a slow cooker.

Serve:

  • Serve chicken parmesan with spaghetti or your favorite pasta.
    1 pound cooked spaghetti
    Crockpot chicken parmesan and spaghetti on a plate.

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Notes

*Panko breadcrumbs are a great option for extra crispy chicken, but regular breadcrumbs work well, too! You can also use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
**If you don't have any pre-mixed Italian seasoning, make your own with equal parts dried basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram.
***Use your favorite jar of marinara, or a homemade recipe.
Tips:
  • Don’t fully cook the chicken when browning it in the pan. It'll continue cooking in the crockpot, so don't worry about cooking it all the way through at this stage.
  • Always spray the crockpot with cooking spray before adding the chicken. This stops it from sticking and makes clean-up even easier.
  • A thicker marinara sauce works best to keep the chicken crispy.
  • If possible, use a cast iron pan when browning the chicken. It heats evenly and helps the breadcrumbs crisp up perfectly.
  • Properly cooked chicken should reach 165°F internally.
  • Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients.
Storage: Store Crockpot chicken Parmesan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 684kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 68g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 271mg | Sodium: 1681mg | Potassium: 1464mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1324IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 403mg | Iron: 4mg