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!
1. Place six boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker without pre-cooking or seasoning.
2. In a saucepan, mix Italian dressing mix, cream cheese, butter, cream of chicken soup, and white wine. Heat over medium-high until smooth.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring it is well-coated. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
4. Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions. Serve the chicken and sauce over the pasta.
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.