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In the mood for cozy Italian flavors with barely any work? Try this slow cooker Chicken Parmesan. You'll get juicy chicken covered in crispy breadcrumbs, soaking up tasty marinara, and finished with stretchy mozzarella. Throw it on spaghetti or eat it by itself—either way, it's ultimate comfort food.
Top Reason You'll Love This
Everyone at your table will love this take on Chicken Parmesan. It’s super simple but still tastes like a dinner out. Slow cooking makes the chicken super tender and lets all those Italian flavors pop. The crispy exterior plus the cheesy top makes every forkful just right.
What You'll Need
- Key Player: Four boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
- Eggy Dip: Whisk together an egg and some milk.
- Breaded Crunch: Use Italian breadcrumbs for that crust.
- Cheesy Boost: Fresh Parmesan brings nutty deliciousness.
- Saucy Goodness: Marinara sauce—pick your favorite.
- Melty Finish: A good helping of mozzarella on top.
- Basics: Olive oil, plus salt and pepper to taste.
Steps Made Simple
- Get Cheesy
- Right at the end, pile on mozzarella so it gets gooey and melts nicely.
- Set Up Your Slow Cooker
- Ladle in the marinara and fit the breaded chicken inside, then let it do its thing until everything's juicy.
- Fry to Crisp
- Brown the chicken in a hot pan with a bit of oil for a crunchy crust.
- Prep Your Chicken
- Coat each piece in the egg mix, then cover it in breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Ready the Breading
- Put your egg-milk mixture in one bowl, breadcrumbs (and seasonings) in another.
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Smart Serving Ideas
If you want dat crispy bite, don't skip frying first. Marinara makes a difference, so use one you love. Toss fresh basil or parsley on top, and try putting leftovers into a sandwich on crusty bread for a fun twist. It's awesome on pasta, too.
Keeping It Fresh
Pop any leftovers in the fridge (covered up) and they'll last three days. Heat them in the oven or air fryer so that outside stays crunchy. Fast, tasty lunches are waiting for you tomorrow!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What's the point of browning the chicken?
Getting it golden first means your coating stays crisp and the flavor sticks around while it cooks low and slow.
- → Is the breading really needed?
You can leave it off, but the crunchy layer is what makes it taste just right.
- → Should I turn the chicken over halfway?
You don't have to. Once you set it up, your slow cooker handles everything by itself.
- → Which type of pasta pairs best?
Whatever noodles you have work fine. Spaghetti is old school, but penne or fettucine taste awesome too.
- → Can whole chicken breasts be used instead?
Absolutely! Just flatten them out so they cook evenly and soak up all those flavors.