Crock Pot Italian Mozzarella Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a crock pot.
• STEP 2.In a small bowl, mix together the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken.
• STEP 3.Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, making sure to cover each piece.
• STEP 4.Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
• STEP 5.During the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the chicken and cover again to allow the cheese to melt.
• STEP 6.Once the cheese has melted, remove the chicken from the crock pot and serve hot.
• STEP 7.Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
• STEP 8.Serve the Crock Pot Italian Mozzarella Chicken over cooked pasta or with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add sliced onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the crock pot along with the chicken.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix in a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the crock pot during the last hour of cooking.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chicken in a microwave-safe dish and heat in the microwave until warmed through.
• You can also freeze the cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chicken in a microwave-safe dish and heat in the microwave until warmed through.
• You can also freeze the cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
• Serve the Crock Pot Italian Mozzarella Chicken over cooked pasta or with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.