Description
Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken is a creamy and comforting dish made with tender chicken breasts smothered in a luscious mozzarella and cream cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Assemble in Slow Cooker: Lay seasoned chicken in the slow cooker and pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over it.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the chicken 30 minutes before serving. Cover to allow the cheese to melt.
- Optional Browning: For a golden top, broil the chicken in an oven-safe dish for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
- For a tangy twist, add diced tomatoes or marinara sauce.
- Incorporate vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.
- To thicken the sauce, use a cornstarch slurry and cook on high after removing the chicken.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
