Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken
This Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner! With tender chicken breasts simmered in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, it’s the ultimate comfort food. Simple to make and packed with flavor, this dish is a hit with the whole family
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) / 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (low) / 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- Place in Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Add Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the chicken.
- Finish Cooking: Cover the slow cooker and continue cooking until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, tender chicken!
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using homemade marinara sauce or adding a bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce for some heat.
- If you prefer a crispier cheese topping, uncover the slow cooker for the last 10-15 minutes of cooking.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or a simple green salad.
- You can also substitute the chicken breasts for chicken thighs if you prefer a juicier cut of meat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 95mg