Description
Crockpot Angel Chicken is a comforting, creamy chicken dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a rich, savory sauce made with cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and golden mushroom soup, then served over delicate angel hair pasta. This dish offers minimal prep, effortless cooking, and maximum flavor, making it a go-to meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Gather these ingredients for your Crockpot Angel Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) golden mushroom soup
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound angel hair pasta, cooked
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce:
- Mix the Sauce Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the golden mushroom soup, softened cream cheese, chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Butter the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the slow cooker with butter to prevent sticking and add extra richness.
Cook the Chicken:
- Layer the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Finish and Serve:
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Shred the Chicken: Once fully cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken into the sauce or leave whole if preferred.
- Serve: Plate the angel hair pasta and spoon the chicken and sauce generously over the top.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish for added color and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 36g