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Crock Pot Angel Chicken Recipe

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Crock Pot Angel Chicken is a creamy, comforting slow-cooked chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce made with cream cheese, butter, cream of chicken soup, garlic, and Italian dressing mix. Served over angel hair pasta, this easy-to-make meal combines luscious flavors and effortless prep, perfect for a satisfying family dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 1–2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large chicken breasts)
  • 4 ounces (½ block) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup (recommend low or no sodium if sensitive to salt)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ cup chicken broth (recommend low or no sodium if sensitive to salt)
  • 1 (0.7 ounce) packet Good Seasons Dry Italian Salad Dressing Mix (or your favorite mix)

Pasta and Garnish

  • 16 ounce box angel hair pasta
  • Chopped fresh parsley, cracked pepper and/or grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Sear the Chicken: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, swirling to coat the pan. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Place them in the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
  2. Prepare the Sauce Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth. Add cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix to the bowl, whisking until fully combined.
  3. Arrange Chicken in Crock Pot: Spray the inside of the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Place the seared chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add Sauce and Cook: Pour the prepared creamy sauce evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F. For more tender, falling-apart chicken, cook longer but always verify doneness based on temperature rather than time.
  5. Cook Pasta: Shortly before the chicken is finished, prepare the angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
  6. Serve: Serve the crock pot chicken whole or shredded, spooning the creamy sauce over the angel hair pasta. Optionally, top with chopped fresh parsley, cracked pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use low or no sodium cream of chicken soup and chicken broth if watching salt intake.
  • Always check the chicken’s internal temperature (165°F) for safety rather than relying solely on cooking time, as crock pot temperatures can vary.
  • Cooking longer than 4 hours on low will make chicken more tender but can cause it to fall apart if you prefer that texture.
  • Optional garnishes enhance flavor but aren’t necessary for the dish.
  • Seared chicken adds extra flavor but can be skipped if short on time; just place raw chicken directly in the crock pot with the sauce.

Keywords: Crock Pot Chicken, Cream Cheese Chicken, Slow Cooker Recipes, Easy Dinner, Angel Hair Pasta, Creamy Chicken

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