Description
Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken is a simple yet impressive dish that combines tender chicken with rich, melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers comforting, delicious flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the seasoned chicken, ensuring it is well covered.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for about 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
- In the last 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken. Cover and allow the cheese to melt.
- Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the slow cooker lid and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken in the sauce, mixing it thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, high-quality chicken breasts.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste; add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Using homemade marinara sauce can enhance the flavor.
- This dish can be made vegetarian by substituting chicken with zucchini or eggplant.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freeze leftovers in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: N/A