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Slow Cooker Angel Chicken

Slow Cooker Angel Chicken

Description

Some great recipes are all about cooking from scratch. This is not one of those recipes. This is about pairing chicken with five shortcut ingredients and your slow cooker and ending up with a delicious meal that took basically no effort from you. Maybe Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is named that way because it’s sent from heaven… or maybe because it’s plated over angel hair pasta. We’ll never know.This feeds a crowd, for sure, so feel free to reduce the recipe as needed. But you’re not going to believe how easy this is. Ready?

Okay. First, you arrange six chicken breasts in the slow cooker. (Boneless skinless is fine here.)

Then, on your stovetop, you’re going to combine cream cheese, some butter, some white wine, a can of cream of chicken soup, and a packet of Italian dressing mix in a saucepan.Heat until it’s melted and then pour that sauce alllll over the chicken in the slow cooker.Close it up and cook on low for four to six hours. Six will give you more shreddable chicken, but four is just fine. In other words, you’ve got some leeway, which is always nice.Plate that over some angel hair pasta and you’ve got a full meal, complete with a creamy, savory, delicious sauce and juicy, tender chicken. And it took, what, six minutes to get in the slow cooker? Sent from the angels? You decide!Ingredients
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (0.7 oz) packet Italian dressing mix
4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1 (10.75 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup white wine
Angel hair pasta, cooked according to package directions
Preparation
Place chicken in slow cooker.
In a saucepan, combine dressing mix, cream cheese, butter, soup, and white wine over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cream cheese has melted and everything is mixed together.
Pour sauce over chicken and place lid on slow cooker.
Cook on low 4-6 hours. Serve over angel hair pasta. Enjoy!

Ingredients

Preparation Method

Arrange the Chicken:
Begin by placing the six boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker. There’s no need for any pre-cooking or additional seasoning at this stage, as the sauce will provide all the flavor and moisture the chicken needs.

Make the Sauce:
Next, move to the stovetop to prepare the sauce. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the Italian dressing mix, cream cheese, butter, cream of chicken soup, and white wine. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese has fully melted and the ingredients are well combined. The sauce should be smooth, creamy, and rich, with the wine adding a subtle depth of flavor that elevates the dish.

Pour and Cook:
Once the sauce is ready, pour it evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Make sure the chicken is well-coated with the sauce, as this will keep it moist and infuse it with flavor as it cooks. Place the lid on the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. The longer cooking time will result in more shreddable chicken, but 4 hours is sufficient if you prefer the chicken to hold its shape more.

Serve Over Pasta:
After the cooking time has passed, your Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is ready to serve. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package directions, then plate the chicken and sauce over the pasta. The creamy sauce will coat the delicate pasta strands beautifully, creating a complete, comforting meal that’s ready to enjoy.

Tips and Conclusion

Extra Tips
Wine Substitute: If you prefer not to use wine, you can substitute it with chicken broth for a slightly different flavor profile. The dish will still be deliciously creamy and flavorful, with the broth adding its own savory notes.

Add Vegetables: For a more balanced meal, consider adding some vegetables to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking. Sliced mushrooms, spinach, or even broccoli would pair wonderfully with the creamy sauce and tender chicken.

Leftovers: This dish makes great leftovers! Store any remaining chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk or broth if the sauce thickens too much.

Conclusion
Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is truly a gift from the culinary heavens, offering a delicious, comforting meal with virtually no effort. Whether you’re cooking for a large family or just want to have leftovers for the week, this dish is a perfect choice. The combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and delicate angel hair pasta is sure to satisfy everyone at the table, and the simplicity of the recipe means you can enjoy a home-cooked meal even on your busiest days.

The minimal prep time, along with the ease of using a slow cooker, makes this recipe a go-to for those who want to enjoy a tasty, homemade dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s the kind of dish that you can start in the morning and come home to in the evening, knowing that a warm, hearty meal is waiting for you. And while it might be easy to prepare, the flavors are anything but basic—each bite is a creamy, savory delight that will leave you feeling satisfied and content.

So, the next time you’re looking for a simple yet delicious meal that will please a crowd, give Slow Cooker Angel Chicken a try. It’s comfort food at its best, with minimal effort and maximum flavor—a true blessing for any home cook.

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