Description
Tender chicken breasts smothered in marinara and melty mozzarella, all made effortlessly in your slow cooker!
Ingredients
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 fresh basil chopped
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Extra garlic cloves (optional)
Fresh oregano (optional)
Sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Place seasoned chicken in slow cooker.
3. In a bowl, combine chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning.
4. Pour sauce mixture over chicken.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours.
6. In final 30 minutes, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
7. Continue cooking until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Make Ahead: Prep ingredients night before
Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
Freezing: Freeze without cheese for up to 3 months
Serving: Let rest 10 minutes before serving
Variation: Try with chicken thighs
Time Tip: Don’t open lid during cooking
Food safety: if you cook the chicken yourself, make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), as recommended by the USDA and Health Canada.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 385