Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is a simple, creamy, and flavorful dish perfect for a hearty family meal.

It combines tender chicken, an Italian-seasoned sauce, and delicate angel hair pasta for an irresistibly comforting dish.

This recipe is easy to prepare, requiring just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, thanks to the convenience of a crockpot.

Ingredients

8 oz softened cream cheese
1/4 cup salted butter, melted
1 tsp minced garlic
10 oz can cream of chicken soup
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lb chicken tenderloins
0.70 oz packet Italian dressing seasoning, divided
2 tbsp Chardonnay wine (optional)
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 white onion, diced
1 lb angel hair pasta, cooked according to package directions

For garnish:

Chopped parsley
Parmesan

Instructions

Step 1: In a saucepan, cook cream cheese, butter, garlic, and cream of chicken soup over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring often.

Add remaining Italian seasoning, Chardonnay, cream, stock, garlic salt, and pepper. Set aside.

Step 2: Toss chicken in olive oil and 2 tsp. Italian seasoning. Sear for 1 minute per side in a hot pan.

Step 3: Place chicken in the crockpot. Add diced onion and pour the sauce over it. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.

Step 4: When 15 minutes remain, cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions.

Step 5: Remove and shred the chicken, then return it to the crockpot. Stir to combine.

Step 6: Drain the pasta and add to the crockpot. Stir well, garnish with parsley and parmesan, and serve.

Notes

You can substitute ranch dressing mix for the Italian dressing mix if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Chicken breasts can replace tenderloins with the same cooking time.
Cream of chicken with herbs or cream of broccoli soup can replace the cream of chicken soup.
Browning the chicken is optional. You can skip it and place the seasoned chicken directly in the slow cooker.

FAQs

1. Can I use chicken breasts?

Yes, you can use chicken breasts. Cut them into slices or leave them whole. Cooking time is sufficient for shredding.

2. Is it possible to overcook the chicken?

While slow-cooking usually makes chicken tender, avoid cooking much longer than directed to prevent dryness.

3. Can I use ranch dressing mix?

Yes, ranch dressing mix is a great alternative that adds a different flavor profile.

4. How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

5. Must I brown the chicken?

Browning is optional. You can simply toss the chicken in the seasoning mix and olive oil and place it directly in the crockpot.

6. Can I add uncooked pasta to the crockpot?

No, the slow cooker doesn’t get hot enough to cook pasta properly. For best results, cook the pasta separately and add it in at the end.