Cheesy Chicken Parmesan
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.
Why You'll Love It
- ✓ Melted Mozzarella & Parmesan Blanket: Thick layer of bubbling mozzarella and aged Parmesan melted over slow-simmered chicken in rich marinara.
- ✓ No Frying or Splattering Mess: All the savory Italian flavors of classic Chicken Parm without hot oil frying or heavy breading.
- ✓ Rich Marinara Infusion: Slow cooking allows the acidity of the tomato marinara to tenderize the chicken while absorbing garlic and basil.
2. Ingredients
- 2 lb Boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- ½ tsp Onion powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh basil
3. Instructions
5 StepsSeason chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Place in an even layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Pour your favorite robust Italian marinara sauce all over the chicken breasts, covering them completely.
Cover with lid and cook on LOW for 3.5 to 4 hours until the chicken breasts are tender and cooked through.
Uncover the crockpot. Generously top each chicken breast with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese. Cover for 15 minutes until cheese is completely melted and gooey.
Sprinkle with fresh chopped basil and toasted seasoned breadcrumbs for crunch. Serve with spaghetti or a crisp green Italian salad.
