Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken, a dish that combines tender chicken breasts slow-cooked to perfection with a rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, providing a satisfying meal without the fuss. With minimal prep time and hands-free cooking, you can enjoy an Italian-inspired feast that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve it over pasta, rice, or even as a sandwich, making it a versatile addition to your dinner rotation.
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 the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning; stir well.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- 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 until melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 90mg