Description
Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine right to your table with minimal effort. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, creating a savory dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity—just season, cook, and enjoy! You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. With the slow cooker doing all the work, you’ll have more time to savor every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 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 bowl, mix chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning; pour over the chicken.
- Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top to melt.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg