Name: Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 Chicken Breasts, boneless and skinless; 0.5 cup Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs; 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese; 0.25 tsp Black Pepper; 0.25 tsp Kosher Salt; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 Egg; 1 cup Mozzarella; 6 cups Roasted Roma Tomatoes

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Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

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Instructions

Drizzle olive oil all over the bottom of the crockpot.

In a medium bowl or shallow plate, beat the egg. In another bowl or shallow plate, mix bread crumbs, spices, and grated cheese together and set aside.

Dip each chicken breast into egg and then dredge in your breadcrumb mixture, making sure to evenly coat all sides.

Place coated chicken on the bottom of crock pot.

Sprinkle mozzarella on top of the chicken and pour the roasted Roma tomatoes and sauce over the chicken breasts. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pan-Sear Before Slow Cooking 🔥
Quickly sear the breaded chicken in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side before adding to the slow cooker to lock in a golden, crispy exterior that won't get soggy during the long cooking process.
Use Paper Towels to Dry Chicken 🧻
Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before breading and cooking to ensure the breadcrumb coating adheres properly and achieves maximum crispness rather than becoming soggy.
Add Cheese in Layers 🧀
Layer half the mozzarella on the bottom, place chicken on top, then add sauce and remaining cheese on top during the last 30 minutes of cooking to create distinct cheese textures—melty below and bubbly on top.
Pound Breasts to Even Thickness ✊
Use a meat mallet to pound chicken breasts to consistent ½-inch thickness before breading to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges while the center finishes cooking.
Elevate Chicken on a Rack 📍
Place the breaded chicken on a small rack or foil balls in the slow cooker to prevent it from sitting directly in tomato sauce, preserving the breaded coating's crispness throughout cooking.