Slow Cooker Angel Chicken
A comforting and delicious dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Chicken Preparation
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt to taste Salt
- Black pepper to taste Black pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Creamy Sauce
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened Should be at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 10.5 ounces Canned cream of chicken soup
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.7 ounce Italian dry salad dressing mix
- 3/4 cup Chicken broth
Pasta and Garnish
- 16 ounces Angel hair pasta
- Chopped Fresh parsley Chopped fresh parsley For garnish
- Cracked Black pepper Cracked black pepper For garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese Grated Parmesan cheese Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- In a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, add 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter and whisk until smooth.
- Add the cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, chicken broth, and Italian dressing mix. Whisk until fully blended.
Slow Cooking
- Spray the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Layer the seared chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken to ensure even coating.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions.
Serving
- Plate the cooked pasta and generously lay the chicken and sauce over the top.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, cracked black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Notes
For a well-rounded meal, consider serving with a side salad or steamed vegetables. You can also offer garlic bread to soak up the sauce.