Description
Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish where tender chicken breasts are cooked in a rich Italian herb-infused sauce made with cream cheese, butter, and cream of chicken soup. This easy set-and-forget slow cooker recipe results in perfectly moist chicken served over delicate angel hair pasta, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
Sauce
- 1 (0.7-oz) packet Italian dressing mix
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 3 Tbsp butter, room temperature
- 1 (10.5-oz) can unsalted cream of chicken soup
- ¾ cup chicken broth or white wine
Serving
- cooked angel hair pasta
Instructions
- Place Chicken in Crockpot: Arrange the 4 boneless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Prepare Sauce: In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the Italian dressing mix, cream cheese, butter, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth (or white wine). Heat, stirring frequently, until the cream cheese is fully melted and the ingredients are blended into a smooth sauce.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared creamy sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid securely.
- Slow Cook: Set the slow cooker to low and cook the chicken and sauce for 4 to 6 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the flavorful angel chicken over cooked angel hair pasta, spooning extra sauce atop for maximum flavor.
Notes
- For best texture, use fresh cream cheese and butter at room temperature for easier incorporation into the sauce.
- You can substitute white wine with chicken broth for a milder flavor and to keep the recipe alcohol-free.
- Cooking time can vary slightly depending on your slow cooker; check chicken for doneness before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- This recipe pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad.
