Description
Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that brings a burst of Italian flavors to your dinner table. With tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, this dish is a family favorite for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The best part? It requires minimal preparation and lets your slow cooker do the work, allowing you to enjoy a hearty meal with ease. Serve it over pasta, rice, or in a sandwich for a versatile dining experience that will satisfy both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
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 chicken.
- Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top until melted.
- Garnish with chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on LOW (or 3 hours on HIGH)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg