Description
Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken breasts with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, allowing you to enjoy a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With just 10 minutes of prep time, simply toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic. The result? Juicy chicken that’s bursting with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve this dish over pasta or rice, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning; pour over chicken.
- Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes, add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Garnish with chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (LOW) or 3 hours (HIGH)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg