Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken

Here’s a cozy and ultra-easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken recipe — tender shredded chicken in a rich, creamy sauce loaded with gooey mozzarella. Perfect for serving over pasta, rice, or toasted bread.

🍗 Slow Cooker Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken

Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 4–6 hours on LOW

🧂 Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp dried Italian seasoning

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but recommended)

• 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened

• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

🧀 Instructions:

1. Layer the Chicken:

   • Place chicken breasts (or thighs) in the bottom of your slow cooker.

   • Season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. Add the Sauce Base:

   • In a small bowl, mix the cream soup and chicken broth. Pour over the chicken.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3.5 hours, until chicken is tender and easy to shred.

4. Shred and Add Cheeses:

   • Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks.

   • Stir in cream cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese (if using).

   • Let it cook another 15–20 minutes, or until everything melts into a creamy, cheesy sauce.

5. Top with More Cheese:

   • Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup mozzarella on top.

   • Cover for another 5–10 minutes, until the cheese is gooey and melted.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with parsley or basil if desired.

   • Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.