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Crockpot Angel Chicken

Published: Jun 3, 2023 Last Updated: Sep 16, 2023 by Marye 1568 words. | About 8 minutes to read this article.

8 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Angel chicken takes less than 5 minutes to put together then the slow cooker does all the work! The whole family will be licking their plates when this creamy crockpot chicken recipe is on the menu. Serve it over a bed of angel hair pasta, mashed potatoes, biscuits, or rice. One of our favorite weeknight recipes!
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Overhead view of chicken and pasta.

Slow cooker dinners are perfect for busy weeknights and this one is sure to please the whole family.

Overhead view of chicken in the slow cooker.
Creamy slow cooker angel chicken makes dinner extra delicious.
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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🎥 Video
  • 🥄 Equipment
  • 🥫 How to store leftovers
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Tips
  • 🍝 Angel hair vs spaghetti
  • 🫗 Is you sauce too thin?
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve Angel Chicken with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • 📖 Recipe
  • Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you'll love it

  • Crockpot Angel Chicken is a simple comfort food recipe that tastes scrumptious. It cooks quickly and needs only a few simple ingredients.
  • The cream of chicken soup creates an unbelievable sauce to serve over top of angel hair pasta.
  • This family favorite recipe is a filling meal that is easy to make and doesn't require a lot of prep or clean-up after dinner.

Y'all, the sauce on this chicken is amazing. The boneless chicken breasts come out super tender and buttery - it's honestly one of my favorite crockpot chicken breast recipes!

Once you try it, it will be one of your favorites, too.

Featured in this roundup of favorite crock pot recipes for church potlucks.

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients for this angel hair pasta and chicken recipe. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Ingredients for this recipe.

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Step by step images showing how to make this recipe.
  1. Soften the butter and cream cheese in the microwave and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the cream of chicken.
  2. Mix the Italian dressing packet and chicken stock together and stir into butter mixture.
  3. Place chicken and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Pour sauce over the chicken mixture and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

🥫 How to store leftovers

Store leftover angel chicken in an airtight container (or covered with plastic wrap) in the fridge for up to three days.

Reheat it in the microwave for 2 minutes, stir, and then heat in 30 second intervals until hot. You can also warm it gently on top of the stove, stirring often.

Don't freeze the leftovers. The sauce can become grainy.

Overhead view of chicken and pasta on a table.

📖 Variations

  • Add some vegetables to this chicken, by adding a bag of frozen mixed vegetables at the last hour of cooking.
  • If you are a mushroom fan, switch out the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup or a can of Campbell's golden mushroom soup. Or just try this slow cooker chicken stroganoff.
  • You can add sliced fresh mushrooms if you like them.
  • Change up the flavor of this delectable sauce completely by using a ranch packet or a zesty Italian dressing packet.
  • Parmesan cheese makes a great addition to this delicious dish, I recommend using freshly grated parmesan, you can add it to the slow cooker with the cream soup mixture.
  • Out of chicken stock? Chicken broth or white wine can be used instead, I like to add extra garlic if I am using chicken broth instead of chicken stock.

💭 Tips

Expert Tip: Be sure to spray the crockpot well with no-stick cooking spray or use a slow cooker liner to make clean-up easy.

  • Be sure to use the packet of dry Italian seasoning. Add it to the crock pot DRY.
  • Keep the cover on the crockpot! Every time you take it off you let the heat out and it needs to build up again.
  • If you are out of garlic cloves, you can use one teaspoon of garlic powder in place of the cloves.
  • Add a dash of white wine to this dish to make a rich sauce.
  • Be sure that you do not melt the butter and cream cheese. You only want to soften them so that you can mix them together.
  • If you are using chicken tenderloins instead of boneless skinless chicken breasts, you can reduce the cooking time down to four hours on the low setting instead of six.
  • For extra flavor, you can season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • I always like to cook my chicken breasts on low heat so that they don't become tough.

🍝 Angel hair vs spaghetti

Angel Hair pasta may look similar to spaghetti but they are different. Angel hair pasta is a very thin and round noodle.

The difference between the two noodles is that angel hair is much finer than spaghetti noodles. Angel hair pasta is best for light and creamy sauces instead of a tomato-based sauce.

🫗 Is you sauce too thin?

I've been really confused by comments that the sauce is too thin. I'm not sure why that would be but here are my suggestions:

  • Shred the chicken in the sauce about 30 minutes before you plan to serve it. It's meant to go over rice, pasta, bread, or potatoes so the shredded chicken will help thicken in up.
  • Make sure you're using dry Italian dressing mix and not liquid Italian dressing.
  • Use regular Philadelphia brand cream cheese. Do not use low fat or fat free. Do not use an off brand.
  • Add just ¼ cup of chicken stock and see if you like the consistency better.
  • If it's too thin you can save it by removing as much of the sauce as possible, mixing in 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, and heating it in a pan over the stove until it gets as thick as you like.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in the crockpot?

Cooking chicken in a crockpot is generally done on the low setting. This will ensure that the meat is not overcooked.

Can you overcook chicken in a slow cooker?

Yes, you can overcook chicken in a crockpot. If left on too long, the chicken may become dry and tough.

Can I use frozen chicken to make this dish?

Yes, you can but I recommend that you thaw it first, so that your sauce doesn't become runny.

Close up of someone cutting into the chicken.

📚 Related recipes

  • Crockpot ranch chicken is a fantastic slow cooker recipe that your entire family is going to love.
  • Cheesy crockpot chicken spaghetti is my favorite crock pot recipe of all time, this dish is always a winner with everyone.
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🍽️ Serve Angel Chicken with...

  • Try this delicious Italian green bean salad to give the meal some crunch!
  • Soft garlic breadsticks are the perfect blend of soft doughy goodness and buttery garlic flavor, these breadsticks are always a crowd pleaser.
  • Y'all know I have a sweet tooth! This lemon bundt cake is the perfect ending!

📞 The last word

No time for the slow cooker? Try this similar recipe - creamy chicken lazone has a little Louisiana spice and served with pasta, too!

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

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Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe

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Angel chicken takes less than 5 minutes to put together then the slow cooker does all the work! The whole family will be licking their plates when this creamy crockpot chicken recipe is on the menu. Serve it over a bed of angel hair pasta, mashed potatoes, biscuits, or rice. One of our favorite weeknight recipes!
Course dinner
Cuisine American - Vintage
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours hours
Total Time: 8 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
Servings:6
Calories:608
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast, boneless and skinless
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped or left whole
  • 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ cup chicken stock
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 0.6 ounces Italian dressing mix, I used Good Seasons
  • 1 pound angel hair pasta

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Instructions

  • Spray the inside of the crockpot with no stick cooking spray.
  • Add the chicken breast.
  • Add the garlic.
  • Soften the butter and cream cheese in the microwave.
  • Whisk until smooth.
  • Whisk in the cream of chicken soup (don't dilute it).
  • Add the Italian dressing mix and the chicken stock.
  • Whisk until well mixed.
  • Pour over the chicken breasts.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  • OPTIONAL: 30 minutes before the cooking time is finished shred the chicken breasts with two forks and continue to cook in the sauce.
  • Just before chicken is done cook the angel hair pasta. Drain.
  • Serve the chicken over the pasta.

Notes

Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container (or covered with plastic wrap) in the fridge for up to three days.
You probably don't want to freeze leftovers. The sauce can become grainy.
Tips:
Be sure to spray the crockpot well with no stick cooking spray for easy clean-up (or use a slow cooker liner).
The Italian salad dressing mix that you want to use is the dry powdered mix, it's not a container of salad dressing. Don't substitute, it's not the same thing. This is VERY important.
Also do not mix the packet like it tells you to on the back of the package. This is meant to be used dry!
You'll find more helpful tips and variations in the body of the post.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 608kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 945mg | Potassium: 677mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 616IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    First published Feb. 24, 2022. Last updated June 3, 2023 for editorial improvements and more helpful tips.

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    1. Holly

      August 16, 2023 at 10:54 am

      5 stars
      Yay for angel chicken! So yummy and so easy. Love this recipe.

      Reply
    2. sharon

      August 14, 2023 at 11:39 am

      I'm always looking for new crockpot chicken recipes and this angel chicken sounds delish! Adding it to my fall meal plan immediately! Anything served over angel hair pasta is a win with my family!

      Reply
    3. Brandi

      August 14, 2023 at 10:10 am

      I'm always looking for crockpot chicken recipes that my family will enjoy, and this one is going to be added to the list. The Italian dressing mix really gives it a great flavor!

      Reply
    4. Caroline

      August 13, 2023 at 2:13 am

      Just made this tonight and we all loved it! We are gluten free, so instead of the cream of chicken soup, I added 12 ounces cheese sauce. Also, I didn't have the Italian dressing mix, so added 2 1/2 tablespoons dried Italian herbs, plus a few good grinds of black pepper and 1 teaspoon onion flakes. Served this over Rice Vermicelli - excellent! This is now going to be our go-to chicken dinner. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    5. Camden Rusincovitch

      August 12, 2023 at 4:46 pm

      This angel chicken is so versatile, I love pairing this with everything... but especially my pasta dishes and rice bowls.

      Reply
    6. anna

      August 08, 2023 at 12:27 pm

      I've made this before and it was perfect but I'm low on time today ... can I put the chicken breasts in frozen if I haven't had time to thaw them?

      Reply
      • Marye

        August 08, 2023 at 12:50 pm

        You can but please give it extra time and check to make sure that the chicken is 165F with an instant read thermometer before serving.

        Reply
    7. Kristen Yard

      August 08, 2023 at 12:51 am

      I deal with quite a few health challenges, so my Crockpot is kitchen staple!!! Crockpot chicken recipes like this allow me to feed my daughter a home-cooked meal, even when I don't have the energy to cook!

      Reply
    8. Cynthia

      August 06, 2023 at 3:50 pm

      We spend so much time running around for sports practices after school, getting dinner cooked so we don't eat at 9pm is a really chore for me. I really appreciate having more chicken crockpot recipes to pick from!

      Reply
    9. Brittany

      August 06, 2023 at 2:54 pm

      5 stars
      Crockpot chicken recipes that are so easy and quick are a staple in the menu plan around here!

      Reply
    10. Cynthia Rusincovitch

      August 06, 2023 at 1:47 pm

      I'm always looking for easy crockpot chicken recipes. I have never tried this one but am adding it to our meal plan for next week! Fingers crossed.

      Reply
    11. Kendra

      August 06, 2023 at 10:15 am

      Do you use salted or unsalted butter?

      Reply
      • Marye

        August 07, 2023 at 9:44 am

        Either is fine. 🙂

        Reply
      • DSN

        August 12, 2023 at 11:08 am

        I would use unsalted butter due to the sodium content of soups and Italian seasoning dry mix. Also low or zero sodium broth.

        Reply
    12. Karen

      August 05, 2023 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      We love this recipe. One of our family favorites! I do cut the butter in half now, and it doesn’t seem to make a difference in consistency. Just delicious! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Marye

        August 05, 2023 at 6:23 pm

        So glad you like it!

        Reply
    13. Pat

      August 02, 2023 at 9:39 am

      5 stars
      This is the only meal my granddaughters request when they come for dinner. My husband and I love it too. So easy!!❤️❤️

      Reply
      • Marye

        August 02, 2023 at 5:25 pm

        I'm so glad you like it!

        Reply
    14. Nancy

      July 14, 2023 at 8:34 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this for dinner. Definitely a keeper!

      Reply
      • Marye

        July 15, 2023 at 8:20 am

        So glad you liked it!

        Reply
    15. Kristen

      July 03, 2023 at 6:44 pm

      Can it be done without cream cheese? Or can that be substituted?

      Reply
      • Marye

        July 04, 2023 at 7:45 pm

        The cream cheese helps thicken and make it creamy. I haven;t tried substituting it.

        Reply
    16. Kate

      June 28, 2023 at 12:00 pm

      Can this recipe be cooked in a slow cooker but on high instead of low? If yes, for how long?

      Reply
      • Marye

        June 28, 2023 at 8:26 pm

        Yes, but chicken cooked on high tends to be tough and dry. To cook on high I'd use chicken thighs and cook for 4 hours.

        Reply
    17. Hanna McCabe

      June 20, 2023 at 5:26 pm

      Any tips on turning the leftovers into a pot pie?

      Reply
      • Marye

        June 22, 2023 at 11:48 am

        I probably need to do a separate recipe but I usually cover it with frozen puff pastry dough and bake in a skillet.

        Reply
    18. Hazel Skelton

      June 16, 2023 at 6:55 pm

      can you use chicken thighs

      Reply
      • Marye

        June 17, 2023 at 8:44 am

        You sure can! 🙂

        Reply
    19. Skeeter

      June 04, 2023 at 7:21 am

      5 stars
      I have to disagree with Olivia from an earlier post. We did not find this recipe boring at all! I followed it as written, just added mushrooms because we love them. Served over angel hair and it was delicious. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Marye

        June 17, 2023 at 8:47 am

        I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks!

        Reply
    20. Nancy

      May 28, 2023 at 9:40 pm

      I was wondering if I used rotisserie chicken (shredded), al dente Angel hair pasta and mixed with all of the other ingredients, put into a 9x13 baking dish and baked covered for maybe 30 minutes, would I get the same result as in a crockpot? The recipe sounds so good.

      Reply
      • Marye

        May 29, 2023 at 10:16 am

        Nancy it would be good but not the exact same results. :). Still it would be delicious

        Reply
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