Slow Cooker Angel Chicken – This crockpot angel chicken pasta consists of tender chicken breasts simmered in a garlicky sauce that combines cream cheese, Italian seasoning, cream of chicken soup, and broth.
Slow Cooker Angel Chicken Pasta – Tips
Prep ahead – Brown the chicken breasts for a few minutes before adding them to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
Thicken the sauce – If your sauce is too thin, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with some cold water and stir it into the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Make it a one-pot meal – Add chopped vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or celery directly to the slow cooker with the chicken.
Leftovers – This dish reheats beautifully, so make a double batch and enjoy it for lunch the next day.
Crockpot Angel Chicken – Variations
- Spicy – Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño to the sauce for a kick.
- Buffalo Angel – Replace the Italian dressing mix with buffalo sauce and add some crumbled blue cheese for serving.
- Lemon Herb – Stir in a tablespoon of lemon juice and a teaspoon of dried oregano to the sauce for a bright, fresh flavor.
How to Serve This Slow Cooker Angel Chicken?
- Spoon the creamy sauce over cooked angel hair pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad.
- Top with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for extra flavor and color.
Crockpot Angel Chicken Pasta – FAQs
Is This healthy?
This recipe is relatively moderate in calories and fat, but you can make it healthier by using low-fat cream cheese, low-sodium broth, and whole-wheat pasta.
What can I substitute for the cream cheese?
You can use sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
Can I use chicken breasts or thighs?
Both work well! Chicken breasts cook faster, while thighs are more flavorful and moist.
What other vegetables can I add?
Broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, and peas are all great additions.
Slow Cooker Angel Chicken Pasta
This crockpot slow cooker angel chicken pasta consists of tender chicken breasts simmered in a garlicky sauce that combines cream cheese, Italian seasoning, cream of chicken soup, and broth.
Ingredients
- 1 pound angel hair pasta
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, boneless skinless
- 1 (10.5 oz.) can cream of chicken soup
- ¾ cup chicken stock, low sodium
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 (0.6 oz.) pkg Italian dressing mix
Instructions
- Lightly spray the slow cooker with non stock spray.
- Place the chicken breast into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Whisk butter, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, chicken stock and Italian dressing mix. Mix well
- Pour the creamy mixture with garlic on the top of chicken breasts.
- Cover and cook on high for about 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
- Remove the cover, shred the chicken with two forks (optional) and place it back to the crockpot. Continue to
- cook for 30 minutes with the sauce.
- Meanwhile cook the angel pasta as per the package instructions. Drain.
- Serve the juicy chicken with creamy sauce over the cooked pasta.
- Enjoy immediately.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 464Total Fat 20gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 138mgSodium 449mgCarbohydrates 26gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 41g
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