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Cheesy Chicken Parmesan
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Cheesy Chicken Parmesan

4 hr 15 min Total time
390 Kcal / serv
42g Protein
Easy Difficulty

1 Overview

This chicken Parmesan is tender and covered with tomato sauce and melted cheese. The chicken cooks slowly so it stays juicy while the flavors develop. Mozzarella and Parmesan give the top a rich cheesy finish. Serve it with pasta or a simple salad for a comforting meal that is easy to put together.

2 Ingredients

SERVES 6
  • Boneless chicken breasts
    2 lb
  • Marinara sauce
    2 cups
  • Mozzarella cheese
    1.5 cups, shredded
  • Parmesan cheese
    1/2 cup, grated
  • Italian seasoning
    1 tsp
  • Garlic powder
    1 tsp
  • Onion powder
    1/2 tsp
  • Salt
    1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper
    1/4 tsp
  • Fresh basil
    2 tbsp

3 Instructions

1

Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

2

Spread half of the marinara sauce across the bottom of the crockpot.

3

Place the chicken over the sauce.

4

Pour the remaining marinara over the chicken.

5

Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.

6

Check that the chicken is fully cooked.

7

Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan over the chicken.

8

Cover and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese melts.

9

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

10

Garnish with fresh basil and serve.

4 Nutrition

PER SERVING
390 Kcal
42g Protein
12g Carbs
18g Fat
Protein
58%
Carbs
17%
Fat
25%

5 Tips

Chef Tip 1

Use a thick marinara sauce so the finished dish does not become watery.

Chef Tip 2

Avoid overcooking the chicken because boneless breasts can dry out.

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