Description
This Crock Pot Angel Chicken recipe features tender, slow-cooked chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, flavorful sauce made with cream cheese, golden mushroom soup, and Italian dressing mix. Served over delicate angel hair pasta and optionally garnished with fresh parsley, this comforting dish is perfect for an easy weeknight meal with minimal prep.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet (0.7 oz) dry Italian dressing mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) golden mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta and Garnish
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of your crock pot, arranging them so they are in a single layer for even cooking.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add the dry Italian dressing mix, golden mushroom soup, chicken broth, and white wine if using. Continue stirring until all ingredients are fully combined and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the sauce to the crock pot: Pour the prepared creamy mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well coated with the sauce.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 5 to 6 hours, or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Cook the pasta: About 15 minutes before serving, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package directions until al dente, then drain well and set aside.
- Finish the chicken and sauce: Once the chicken is fully cooked, either shred it with forks or leave whole according to preference. Stir the sauce in the crock pot to mix the flavors evenly.
- Serve: Plate the cooked angel hair pasta and spoon the creamy chicken and sauce over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a bright, fresh touch.
Notes
- If you prefer, omit the white wine for a non-alcoholic version; chicken broth alone works well.
- For thicker sauce consistency, you can remove the lid of the crock pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce excess liquid.
- Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- To make meal prep easier, combine the sauce ingredients ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.
- If you want extra flavor, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper before placing in the crock pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
