My mom loves pasta, and chicken parmigiana is her favorite, but cooking it at home is often time-consuming and always messy. This Crock Pot Chicken Parmigiana recipe is a great option that is simplifies that cooking process.
From dipping the chicken in egg yolk to coating it with breadcrumbs, you wind up with a sticky mess on the counter, on the floor, and on your fingers. Some people - myself included - don't have the stomach for this.
This parmigiana inspired recipe is so easy and just as flavorful as the original, with a lower calorie-count to boot! Everyone can use this go-to easy and delicious Crock Pot Chicken Parmigiana recipe!
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 4 hours
Recipe:
1 lb. chicken breasts (frozen or thawed)
1 jar marinara sauce or 2 cups of homemade sauce (I recommend the Basil and Garlic sauce from Aldis grocery store)
1 4 oz. can of tomato paste
1 Tbsp. of dried oregano
¼ cup fresh basil (or 1 Tbsp dried)
½ cup chicken broth (or 1 cup if you like your marinara sauce runnier)
Instructions:
1. Put the chicken in your crock pot, salt and pepper it well
2. Literally just put all of the remaining ingredients into a crock pot with the chicken, put the lid on, and turn the heat setting on high for 4 hours.
3. After 4 hours, shred the chicken (I use a fork) and let it set on low heat for 30 minutes (this will let the chicken soak up the flavor really nicely).
4. Serve with your favorite pasta, zoodle, or rice. I recommend