This easy Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf is a comforting, hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights. Made with simple, flavorful ingredients like juicy ground chicken, Parmesan, and marinara sauce, it’s both quick to prepare and family-friendly. The melted mozzarella topping adds a deliciously creamy finish, and you can use store-bought marinara for extra convenience!

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Recipe Ingredients

• 1 lb (454 g) ground chicken
• 1 large egg, beaten
• ½ cup (28 g) panko breadcrumbs (unseasoned regular breadcrumbs will work just fine)
• 2 tsp (5 g) Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp (9 g) minced garlic
• ½ cup (40 g) shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup (240 ml) marinara sauce
• ½ cup (56 g) shredded mozzarella cheese

How To Make Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatloaf

1.  Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and shredded Parmesan cheese. Use your hands to mix gently but thoroughly to avoid over-mixing.
2. Shape and place in slow cooker: Shape the mixture into a round loaf and carefully place it into a 6-quart (6-L) slow cooker.
3. Cook the meatloaf: Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours.
4. Add marinara and mozzarella: Spoon the marinara sauce over the meatloaf and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
5. Rest and serve: Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t overmix the ingredients: Mix the chicken, breadcrumbs, and other ingredients gently to keep the meatloaf tender. Overmixing can make it tough.
• Shape the loaf evenly: Make sure the meatloaf is evenly shaped so it cooks thoroughly and doesn’t fall apart when slicing.
• Use freshly grated Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan adds more flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
• Let it rest before slicing: Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes after cooking. This helps it hold its shape and keeps it juicy.
• Layer the cheese late: Add the mozzarella just before the end of cooking for a perfectly melted and gooey topping.

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