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Chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a creamy sauce and served over pasta in this Angel Chicken recipe. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it’s a family favorite that’s perfect for any night of the week.
I love a good crockpot chicken recipe. Crockpot crack chicken and marry me chicken have been family favorites for a while now. This angel chicken recipe is a new addition to the list! My family just can’t get enough and, as the one who does most of the cooking, I can’t either because it’s just so easy to make. A win-win for everyone!
Why Angel Chicken Is One Of My Favorite Dinners
Here are a few of the reasons this dish makes a regular appearance on our dinner table.
- No-fuss recipe. There’s little effort required to make angel chicken pasta. Just sear the chicken, whisk the sauce ingredients, and let the slow cooker do it’s thing. At the end, all I need to do is boil pasta and dinner is ready to go!
- Incredible flavor. The delicious creamy sauce is the star of this recipe. It’s made with an Italian dressing seasoning packet, cream cheese, and broth which gives it a tangy, savory flavor. I love using the packet of dressing seasoning because it keeps the prep minimal and easy, while adding lots of flavor.
- A family-favorite. Who can say no to tender, juicy chicken breast and a creamy sauce over pasta? Certainly no one in my house! This one is a hit with kids and adults alike.
Recipe Ingredients
This slow cooker angel chicken is made with just a few ingredients like chicken, cream cheese, Italian dressing seasoning, and pasta. Scroll down to the recipe card below for the exact measurements.
- Olive oil – For searing the chicken.
- Chicken breasts – Boneless, skinless. I’ve never tried this with other cuts of chicken.
- Salt & pepper
- Cream cheese – Softened. It creates the tangy, creamy sauce.
- Butter – Adds richness to the sauce.
- Chicken broth – I recommend using low-sodium. You can always add salt later if needed.
- Garlic
- Italian dressing Mix – This is usually found by the ranch packets. It adds incredible flavor to the chicken and takes away the need to use a handful of individual spices.
- Heavy cream – Adds the rich, creamy texture to the sauce.
- Cornstarch – Helps thicken the sauce.
- Angel hair pasta – Swap the angel hair pasta for spaghetti, linguine, or even a short pasta like penne or rotini. Gluten-free pasta also works.
- Garnishes – I like to top my angel chicken with fresh Italian parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
How To Make Angel Chicken
It takes just a few steps to make this recipe and, thanks to the crockpot, most it is hands-off! The printable version of the instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
- Sear the chicken. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in the olive oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side. The chicken should be golden but not cooked through.
- Make the sauce mixture. Whisk together the cream cheese, butter, broth, garlic, and Italian dressing seasoning until smooth.
- Cook. Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the cream cheese sauce over the top. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165F. Once fully cooked, remove the chicken and set aside.
- Thicken the sauce. Combine the heavy cream and cornstarch in a small bowl. Stir it into the slow cooker with the cooking liquid. Return the chicekn to the slow cooker. Cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on high to thicken.
- Make the pasta. While the sauce thickens, cook the angel hair pasta in salted water per the package instructions. Drain.
- Enjoy. Serve the chicken breasts over the angel hair pasta, with the creamy sauce spooned on top. Garnish with parsley and parmesan cheese.
Tips & Tricks
Here are a few helpful tricks, plus a variation or two, for making this angel chicken recipe.
- Shred the chicken. You can serve the chicken breast whole, or shred it before putting it back into the slow cooker with the heavy cream.
- Add some veggies. Add veggies like mushrooms, spinach, peas or diced zucchini to the slow cooker in the last hour of cooking for extra flavor and texture.
- Brighten the sauce. A splash of white wine or a squeeze of lemon juice can add a bright flavor to the sauce.
- Thicken the sauce. If the sauce isn’t thick enough, add another spoonful of cornstarch mixed with water and cook on high for 5-10 minutes.
- Can I skip searing the chicken? Yes, if you’re short on time, you can place the chicken directly in the crockpot. However, since it takes just a few minutes, I do recommend searing the chicken. It adds so much flavor!
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer. Allow the chicken and sauce to cool, then store in a freezer-safe container without the pasta for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheat. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream if the sauce has thickened too much. You can also reheat in the microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between.
Angel Chicken
Chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a creamy sauce and served over pasta in this Angel Chicken recipe. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it's a family favorite that's perfect for any night of the week.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 chicken breasts about 1 ½ pounds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 Tablespoons butter softened
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 0.6 ounce Italian dressing seasoning packet about 2 tablespoons
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 16 ounces angel hair pasta
- Fresh Italian parsley chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, butter, chicken broth, minced garlic, and Italian dressing seasoning until smooth.
- Place the seared chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the prepared cream cheese mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and set it aside.
- Mix the heavy cream and cornstarch in a small bowl until completely combined and smooth. Stir the heavy cream mixture into the slow cooker with the cooking liquid.
- Return the whole chicken breasts to the slow cooker, cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes on high to thicken the sauce.
- While the sauce thickens, cook the angel hair pasta in boiling salted water according to the package directions. Drain well.
- Serve the chicken breasts over the angel hair pasta and spoon with the creamy sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped Italian parsley and grated parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 905kcal | Carbohydrates: 93g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 1050mg | Potassium: 1051mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 894IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 4mg
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Serving Suggestions
I love to serve my angel chicken pasta (or rice) topped with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. For sides, a fresh side salad, green beans, or oven roasted asparagus are great options. Don’t forget the breadsticks to swipe up every last bit of the sauce!
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