Chicken breasts cook down in marinara with Italian seasoning for these crockpot chicken parmesan sliders, shredding easily once they are tender. Melted mozzarella and grated Parmesan turn the saucy chicken into a filling worth piling onto soft rolls.
Using a crockpot allows for a hands-off cooking approach, making it ideal for busy days. Simply combine the ingredients, let them cook, and assemble the sliders for a satisfying meal.
Easy Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Sliders
These sliders feature slow-cooked chicken breasts simmered in marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese, and served on slider buns. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the crockpot and serves 8 sliders, making it perfect for a crowd or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 slider buns
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add Sauce: Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and mix it with the sauce in the crockpot.
- Assemble the Sliders: Place a generous portion of the chicken mixture on each slider bun, then top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Melt the Cheese: If desired, place the assembled sliders under the broiler for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil if using, and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 sliders
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
I spoon the cheesy chicken onto slider buns and pop them under the broiler for a minute to toast. They are always the first thing to disappear when I set them out for a crowd.
