This slow cooker pizza chicken recipe is a hassle-free way to enjoy the flavors of pizza without the need for dough or a pizza oven. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in tomato sauce, topped with cheese and flavorful toppings, and slow-cooked to perfection. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. The best part is that the slow cooker does all the work, so you can set it and forget it while the chicken cooks to juicy, melt-in-your-mouth perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and garlic powder.
- Pour the pizza sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook the chicken on low heat for 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove the lid and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken.
- Top the chicken with the sliced pepperoni, black olives, diced bell peppers, and sliced mushrooms.
- Cover the slow cooker again and cook on low heat for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and transfer it to a serving dish.
- Garnish with additional dried oregano and basil, if desired.
- Serve the slow cooker pizza chicken hot, alongside some garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
