Description
Creamy crockpot angel chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort straight to dinner tables with minimal effort. Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, velvety sauce promise a delightful meal that satisfies souls and delights palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.52 pounds (689 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Dairy and Cream Components:
- 1 (10.5 ounces) 298 grams can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (8 ounces) 227 grams package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (optional garnish)
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup dry white wine (optional, can substitute with additional broth)
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) angel hair pasta, cooked according to package instructions
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a velvety sauce by whisking cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, chicken broth, Italian dressing mix, white wine, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl until completely smooth and well-integrated.
- Arrange chicken pieces uniformly across the bottom of the crockpot, creating an even layer that allows for consistent heat distribution.
- Generously cascade the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece receives thorough coverage and is completely enveloped in the creamy mixture.
- Secure the crockpot lid and slow cook the dish on low temperature for approximately 5-6 hours, or alternatively on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the chicken transforms into a tender, easily shreddable consistency.
- During the final cooking hour, prepare angel hair pasta according to package directions, aiming for an al dente texture that will complement the rich, creamy chicken.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully extract the chicken from the crockpot and delicately shred it using two forks, maintaining its moisture and tenderness.
- Vigorously stir the remaining sauce to achieve a harmonious, silky consistency that will elegantly coat the pasta.
- Plate the angel hair pasta as a foundational layer, then artfully arrange the shredded chicken on top, drizzling the remaining sauce for maximum flavor absorption.
- Optional: Enhance the presentation by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese as a final flourish before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature for smoother blending and preventing lumps in the sauce.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels, especially if watching sodium intake.
- Experiment with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles for a low-carb alternative that complements the creamy chicken.
- For a richer flavor, briefly sear chicken before placing in crockpot to develop deeper caramelized notes and enhance overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 474
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg