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Crispy Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Cutlets Easy Garlic Butter Recipe

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Tender slow-cooked chicken cutlets with a crispy Parmesan crust, finished with a luscious garlic butter drizzle. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to about ½ inch thick
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano recommended)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound until about ½ inch thick (roughly 1.3 cm).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Brush each cutlet lightly with olive oil on both sides. Press each piece firmly into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly. Set aside on a plate.
  4. Lightly grease the bottom of your slow cooker with olive oil. Place the coated chicken cutlets in a single layer (avoid stacking).
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. While chicken cooks, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  7. Once slow cooking is done, preheat your oven broiler or heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of olive oil. Transfer cutlets carefully to the skillet or a baking sheet. Broil or sear for 2-3 minutes per side until the crust is golden and crispy.
  8. Place crispy cutlets on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with the warm garlic butter and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety and juiciness. Press breadcrumbs firmly onto chicken before slow cooking to help them stick. Crisp cutlets under broiler or in skillet carefully to avoid burning Parmesan crust. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free or low-carb versions.

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