Description

This Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Chicken Sandwich recipe features tender, shredded chicken breasts cooked low and slow with a flavorful blend of Parmesan, garlic, and herbs. Served on toasted sandwich rolls with melted mozzarella cheese, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner with minimal prep and hands-off cooking.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Seasonings

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Sandwich Assembly

6 sandwich rolls
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Prepare Chicken in Slow Cooker: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the chicken broth evenly over the top to keep the chicken moist during cooking.
Add Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, dried basil, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker for maximum flavor infusion.
Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The chicken is done when it is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Preheat Oven and Shred Chicken: Before assembling the sandwiches, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and shred with two forks. Then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker to combine with the flavorful cooking juices.
Toast Sandwich Rolls: Split the sandwich rolls in half and brush the inside surfaces with the melted butter mixed with garlic powder. Place the rolls in the preheated oven and toast for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
Assemble Sandwiches and Serve: Spoon a generous amount of the shredded Parmesan garlic chicken onto the bottom half of each toasted roll. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the chicken and then top with the other half of the roll. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy a delicious, cheesy, garlicky sandwich.

Notes

You can substitute sandwich rolls with hoagie buns or ciabatta rolls for a different texture.
For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Italian seasoning to the Parmesan mixture.
Leftover shredded chicken can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Use low-sodium chicken broth to reduce the overall salt content in the dish.
To make this recipe dairy-free, omit the Parmesan and mozzarella or use dairy-free cheese alternatives.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3.5 hours (high)
Category: Lunch
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker chicken sandwich, parmesan garlic chicken, shredded chicken sandwich, easy slow cooker recipes, cheesy chicken sandwich