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Easy Crock Pot Angel Chicken Recipe

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Easy Crock Pot Angel Chicken is a creamy, comforting chicken dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Tender chicken breasts are seared for flavor, then simmered in a rich sauce of cream cheese, butter, cream of chicken soup, garlic, chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix. This hearty meal is perfectly paired with angel hair pasta for a satisfying weeknight 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 (optional, for serving)
  • Cracked pepper (optional, for serving)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season Chicken: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Sprinkle salt and pepper over both sides of the chicken breasts for seasoning.
  2. Sear Chicken: Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken breasts and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Make Creamy Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix. Whisk until fully combined.
  4. Prepare Crock Pot: Spray the inside of the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Place the seared chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
  5. Add Sauce and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. For more tender, shreddable chicken, cook longer as desired.
  6. Cook Pasta: Shortly before serving, cook angel hair pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
  7. Serve: Serve the chicken breasts whole or shred the chicken with forks. Toss the pasta in the crock pot sauce or spoon the chicken and sauce over the pasta for individual servings.
  8. Optional Garnishes: Top with chopped fresh parsley, cracked pepper, and/or grated Parmesan cheese to add flavor and color.

Notes

  • Use low or no sodium cream of chicken soup and chicken broth to reduce salt content if desired.
  • Always check the internal temperature of chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F for safe eating.
  • The longer cooking time will make chicken more tender but it may fall apart if cooked too long.
  • Non-stick spray in the crock pot helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
  • You can substitute the Italian dressing mix with your favorite seasoning blend for different flavors.

Keywords: crock pot chicken, slow cooker chicken, creamy chicken, angel hair pasta, easy dinner, comfort food, Italian seasoning chicken

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