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Crock Pot Angel Chicken

Tender chicken slow-cooked in a creamy, Italian-seasoned sauce and served over angel hair pasta. A simple, hands-off comfort dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 840
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or up to 2 tbsp
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 large breasts
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature (half block)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup 1 can; low or no-sodium recommended
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.75 cup chicken broth low or no-sodium recommended
  • 1 packet dry Italian salad dressing mix 0.7 oz packet; Good Seasons or similar
  • 16 oz angel hair pasta cooked separately to al dente
  • fresh parsley, cracked pepper, grated Parmesan optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (Crock Pot)
  • Cast iron skillet
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large pot for pasta

Method
 

  1. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Once the pan is hot, sear chicken breasts 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese and butter until completely smooth.
  4. Add cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, chicken broth, and dry Italian dressing mix to the bowl. Whisk until fully combined.
  5. Spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Place seared chicken breasts in the bottom of the pot.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Always verify doneness by temperature, not time alone.
  7. About 15 minutes before serving, cook angel hair pasta according to package directions to al dente. Drain well.
  8. Serve chicken whole or shredded over pasta with sauce spooned on top. Garnish with fresh parsley, cracked pepper, and Parmesan if desired.

Notes

To skip searing, place raw chicken directly in the crock pot and cook on low for 5–6 hours. For high setting, cook 1.5–2 hours but note the chicken may be less fall-apart tender. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer. Store pasta separately to prevent sogginess.