So Easy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan

Indulge in a hassle-free dinner with "So Easy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan," a quick-prep recipe that offers all the comforting flavors of this Italian classic with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts are slow-simmered in a rich marinara sauce, ensuring melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, then crowned with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. A crunchy topping of golden panko breadcrumbs, toasted with Italian seasoning and olive oil, adds irresistible texture to every bite. Serve this dish over cooked pasta for a complete meal or enjoy it on its own—either way, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the magic of your crock pot, this recipe is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food for busy weekdays or cozy weekends.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 4 cups cooked pasta (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.

Step 2

Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 3

Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring the chicken is fully coated.

Step 4

Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is tender.

Step 5

About 30 minutes before the chicken is finished cooking, mix the panko breadcrumbs, remaining Italian seasoning, and olive oil in a small bowl. Toast the mixture in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Once the chicken is done, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken in the crock pot. Cover and let the cheese melt, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 7

Top the melted cheese with the toasted breadcrumb mixture for added crunch.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot over cooked pasta or as is.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2353.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3631.7

Total Fat 93.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 711.9mg	0%
Sodium 5181.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 349.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 325.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 1488.8mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 2252.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.7%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 39.5%