Crock Pot Chicken With Zucchini

This Crock Pot Chicken with Zucchini is a cheesy and hearty recipe, which uses marinara sauce and fresh zucchini for an Italian-inspired flavor. It’s a classic, foolproof dinner, ready in about 6 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Chicken With Zucchini Ingredients

• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 zucchini, sliced and halved
• 2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

How To Make Crock Pot Chicken With Zucchini

1. Season the chicken: Place chicken breasts in the crock pot and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Top with diced onions.
2. Add marinara sauce: Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken and onions.
3. Cook until tender: Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours or high for 2.5-3.5 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
4. Add zucchini: Stir in sliced zucchini and cook on high for 1 additional hour until zucchini is tender.
5. Add cheese and serve: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, cover, and cook on low until melted. Serve hot.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use mozzarella instead of Parmesan? Yes, mozzarella melts beautifully and adds extra creaminess.
• Can I add pasta directly to the crock pot? It’s best to cook pasta separately to avoid overcooking.
• How do I make it low-carb? Serve the chicken and zucchini as-is or over cauliflower rice instead of pasta.
• Can I double the recipe? Yes, but extend cook time slightly and ensure chicken is fully cooked.

What To Serve With Crock Pot Chicken And Zucchini

This dish pairs well with:

• Garlic bread or breadsticks
• A fresh green salad
• Cooked pasta or spaghetti squash
• Roasted vegetables

How To Store Crock Pot Chicken With Zucchini

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze: Freeze cooled chicken and sauce (without zucchini) for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and add fresh zucchini when reheating.

Crock Pot Chicken With Zucchini Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 245 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 12 g
• Protein: 26 g
• Fat: 11 g
• Sodium: 1531 mg
• Sugar: 7 g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use frozen zucchini?
Yes, but add it at the very end and cook briefly to prevent mushiness.

Do I have to sear the chicken first?
No, this recipe works great without browning the chicken beforehand.

Can I use homemade marinara sauce?
Absolutely—homemade sauce will add even more fresh flavor.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Chicken With Peaches
• Crock Pot Chicken With Corn on the Cob
• Crock Pot Chicken With Carrots

Crock Pot Chicken With Zucchini

Recipe by Robert Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

8

hours 

Calories

245

kcal

A slow cooker chicken recipe with marinara, fresh zucchini, and Parmesan cheese—perfect for a simple Italian-inspired meal.

Ingredients

• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  

• 1 onion, diced
  

• 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  

• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  

• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  

• 1 teaspoon salt
  

• ½ teaspoon pepper
  

• 2 zucchini, sliced and halved
  

• 2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
  

Directions

• Place chicken in crock pot, season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic. Top with onion.
  
• Pour marinara sauce over chicken.
  
• Cook on low for 5-7 hours or high for 2.5-3.5 hours until chicken is fully cooked.
  
• Stir in zucchini and cook on high for 1 hour until tender.
  
• Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, cover until melted, and serve.