Crockpot Chicken Parmesan
All the flavors of traditional chicken Parmesan, made simple in the crockpot. Comforting, cheesy, and the perfect cozy weeknight dinner!
Servings: 6
Calories: 672kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1/4 cup Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- chili flakes
- sea salt and black pepper
- 1-2 Parmesan rinds
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella or provolone
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1 pound (16 ounces) hot cooked spaghetti, for serving
Instructions
- 1. In the bowl of your crockpot, add the chicken, tomatoes, tomato paste, shallots, Italian seasoning, basil, and season with chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Add 1/2 cup of water. Stir it. Drop in 1-2 Parmesan rinds. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2 hours.2. Crank the heat on the slow cooker to high. Remove the lid, stir, and shred the chicken. Stir in the 1/2 cup parmesan, then top with mozzarella/provolone. Cook for 20 minutes on HIGH, until the cheese is melted.3. Meanwhile, add the butter to a skillet with the Panko and garlic. Cook over medium heat until the butter browns and the panko is toasted. Remove and mix in 1/2 cup Parmesan. Season with salt. 4. Serve the sauce, chicken, and cheese over bowls of cooked spaghetti. Top with Parmesan crumbs and fresh basil. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 672kcal
