Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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900 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
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15 milliliters Italian seasoning
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5 grams kosher salt
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3 grams garlic powder
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680 milliliters marinara sauce
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25 grams grated parmesan cheese
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10 hamburger buns
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10 slices mozzarella cheese
# Instructions:
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Season chicken breasts evenly with Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and garlic powder. Place chicken in the slow cooker.
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Pour marinara sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring thorough coverage. Set the slow cooker to low for 7–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender.
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Once tender, transfer chicken to a cutting board and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Add grated parmesan cheese and stir until well combined.
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Preheat broiler. Lightly toast the hamburger buns. Arrange the bottom halves of the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
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Spoon shredded chicken mixture onto each bun bottom and top with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Place baking sheet under the broiler for 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
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Place the top halves of the buns on each sandwich and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Toasting the buns prevents sogginess and enhances texture. Use a digital thermometer to confirm chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 75°C.