Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter

• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

• Cooked spaghetti or linguine, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chicken:
   Pat chicken breasts dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

2. Layer in the slow cooker:
   Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the Crock Pot.
   Place chicken breasts on top in a single layer.

3. Add sauce:
   Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the chicken.

4. Cook:
   Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

5. Add the cheese topping:
   In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with olive oil or melted butter.
   Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken, then top with the breadcrumb mixture.

6. Melt and crisp:
   Cover again and cook for another 15–20 minutes, just until the cheese melts.
   (Optional: transfer to a baking dish and broil for 2–3 minutes to make the topping golden and crispy.)

7. Serve:
   Spoon the saucy, cheesy chicken over cooked pasta and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.