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- ...it’s a family favorite...
- 🗝️ Key takeaways
- 🧾 Ingredients
- 📖 Variations
- 🔪 Instructions
- 🥄 Equipment
- 🎥 Video
- 🥫 How to store leftover angel chicken
- Expert Tip:
- 💭 Things to know
- 🍝 Angel hair vs spaghetti
- 🫗 Is you sauce too thin?
- 👩🍳 FAQs
- 📚 Related recipes
- 🍽️ Serve Angel Chicken with...
- 📞 The last word
- 📖 Recipe
- Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe
- Pin it now
- 💬 Comments
🗝️ Key takeaways
- Crockpot Angel Chicken is a simple comfort food recipe that tastes scrumptious. It cooks quickly and needs only a few simple ingredients.
- 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. It's one of my favorites for busy weeknights when you are just too tired.
- Be sure to read the variations for other proteins to use in this recipe that might be easier on the budget or your family likes more.
Is there anyone here that doesn't need more easy as pie recipes? Yeah, I thought not.
Y'all, the sauce on this chicken is amazing. The boneless chicken breasts come out super tender and buttery and the creamy sauce makes you want to just lick the plate until it's as shiny as the top of Uncle Ted's head. It's honestly one of my favorite crockpot chicken breast recipes!
Once you try it, it will be one of your favorites, too.
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🧾 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.
📖 Variations
- Boneless chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breast.
- So can boneless pork.
- 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, vegetable broth, or white wine can be used instead, I like to add extra garlic if I am using chicken broth instead of chicken stock.
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page. Click on the image to see it full size.
Soften butter and cream cheese.
Mix until smooth.
Add seasonings and soup.
Add chicken stock.
Whisk until smooth.
Put chicken and garlic in
Cover with sauce mixture.
Cook on low 6-8 hours.
🥄 Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Large
mixing bowl - Whisk
🎥 Video
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🥫 How to store leftover angel chicken
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.
Expert Tip:
Y'all be sure to spray the crockpot well with no-stick cooking spray or use a
💭 Things to know
- 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
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 hearty 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. You can use up to 8 ounces if you wish.
- 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
Cooking chicken in a crockpot is generally done on the low setting. This will ensure that the meat is not overcooked or tough.
Yes, you can overcook chicken in a crockpot. If left on too long, the chicken may become dry and tough.
Yes, you can but I recommend that you thaw it first, so that your sauce doesn't become runny.
📚 Related recipes
Slow cooker angel chicken is a family favorite but here are some other recipes we love!
- 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.
🍽️ Serve Angel Chicken with...
Try this delicious Italian green bean salad to give the meal some crunch!
Soft garlic breadsticks or garlic knots 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
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.
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📖 Recipe
Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe
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- 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
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
Nutrition Facts
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.
First published Feb. 24, 2022. Last updated March 27, 2024 for editorial improvements and more helpful tips.
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Janice says
Delicious! Will definitely make again.
Erica says
I could only find the zesty Italian good seasons packet. Can I use that instead?
Marye says
Sure. 🙂
Holly M says
SO good!!! Doubled the recipe (except for the butter), cooked in high 1.5 hrs and low 3.5 hrs. It was delicious!
Anna says
Can I use frozen boneless chicken breast? I forgot to take them out. Thx
Marye says
Yes but you'll need to cook it longer
Maddie says
Help. I accidentally added way too much cream cheese to this.. what can I do?🤦🏻♀️
Marye says
I don't think it will hurt.
Maddie says
It most certainly did not ruin the meal, just made it extra extra creamy and delicious! I’m making it again tonight for Christmas Eve, I can’t wait! 🤩 Thank you for the wonderful recipe 😊
Amanda Boben says
I have made this about 4 times already since finding the recipe and it’s a family favorite that my kids will actually eat! It’s tasty even the next day if there are any leftovers (which doesn’t happen often)!
Huit says
I made this this last weekend and family absolutely loved it ate it Thursday took the work for lunch on Friday it was very delicious meal
Terri Cogdill NC says
This sounds like a wonderful chicken dinner. Was wondering if possible to make an "Angel Chicken and Rice" casserole using this recipe. Do you think there is enough liquid or should I add more broth to accommodate the rice?
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Marye says
You can but I would do it by stirring in cooked rice 30 minutes before serving and continuing to slow cook.
Debi Schriewer says
Looks like a great recipe, can this be done in an instant pot?
Deb says
Can I use frozen chicken?
Marye says
I know people do use frozen chicken in crockpots but I never have.
Kelly says
Could I use a packet of ranch mix instead of Italian if that’s all I have right now?
Marye says
You could but the flavor will be different. If you have dried basil and oregano, or an Italian herb mix that would be better. About a tablespoon total
Marie says
I want to make this tomorrow. Will four hours on high be enough or is low better? Can't wait to try it sounds so good.
Marye says
Low is best when it comes to chicken. 🙂
Sandra says
Very good! I went with 1/4 C chicken broth and it provided plenty of liquid. I was afraid the dish might be too salty if I used the entire packet of dressing mix, so I only used half [that happened once before when a recipe called for a seasoning packet]. The flavor was very good, but I might use the whole packet next time.
Julie Evink says
I'm always looking for more easy Crockpot Chicken Recipes and this one is a keeper! My kids were clamoring for the last serving. Going on our regular rotation.
Melanie C says
I love crock pot chicken recipes - anything that takes the pressure off when cooking is my jam. Your angel chicken recipe is absolute heaven - we're keeping it on our regular rotation now as the whole family loved it! Thanks for sharing.
Becky Mansfield says
I love it when I find Crockpot Chicken Recipes that are as good as they look! This one was definitely a hit, and I'll be making it again— simple to make and delicious.
Cindy says
I tried the crockpot angel chicken variation you suggested by using cream of mushroom soup + mushrooms: MMMMMM!
Rita Joy says
Oh, my stars! This is one of those crockpot chicken recipes that my family is going to LOVE!! I just love how quick and easy it looks to put together - and then I can forget about dinner for the whole rest of the day. Can't wait to try it!
Alyssa says
I can't wait to try this angel chicken. It looks so good. I love crockpot meals, they are so easy and perfect for those busy weeknights!
Debra Lakey says
Can I use boneless skinless chicken thighs? If so how much?
Marye says
Yes. The same amount as called for in the recipe - 1.5 lbs.
One Crazy House says
I'm always on the hunt for new Crockpot Chicken Recipes--especially during the busy school year! Do you think that it will still turn out okay if I use plant-based dairy free products?
Marye says
I never have so I am not sure. The cream cheese is a pretty major part of this recipe - if vegan cream cheese works very similarly to dairy based cream cheese then it should be fine.