Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken, a stress-free recipe that transforms tender chicken breasts into a comforting dish smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Simply season your chicken, layer it with aromatic ingredients in your slow cooker, and let it work its magic. Whether served over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread, this meal is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning; pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top to melt.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg