Crockpot Marry Me Chicken: Juicy Comfort Food for Busy Nights
A delicious and easy recipe for Crockpot Marry Me Chicken that makes dinner a breeze on busy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden.
- Transfer the chicken to the crockpot and cover with marinara sauce.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Serve over pasta or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding fresh basil or parsley on top before serving.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg