Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Recipe
It doesn’t get much easier than this Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan recipe! A few shortcuts make this classic recipe perfect for the crockpot. What you’ll end up with is a delicious recipe perfect for any busy night. We're talking seasoned juicy chicken topped in a flavorful red sauce and melty mozzarella cheese.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 578kcal
Ingredients
- 6 ounces sliced mushrooms pre-sliced for convenience
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil for searing chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce your favorite brand
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or ½ teaspoon each dried basil + oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil optional, for garnish
For serving
- Cooked spaghetti, penne, gluten-free pasta, or zucchini noodles
Instructions
- Prep the slow cooker: Spray the inside with cooking spray.
- Layer the veggies: Place onions and mushrooms in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear 3 minutes per side.
- Add chicken to crockpot: Place seared chicken on top of the vegetables.
- Add sauce & seasonings: Pour marinara over the chicken. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and add bay leaves.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan over the chicken. Let melt uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves and serve over pasta or preferred sides. Garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
Gluten-free option: Serve over gluten-free pasta or mashed potatoes.
Low-carb option: Use zucchini noodles (zoodles) instead of pasta.
Freezing & meal prep: Cool completely before storing. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container—add extra sauce to prevent dryness.
Substitutions: Swap vegetables like bell peppers or spinach if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 578kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 1134mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g
