Crock Pot Angel Chicken is a comforting slow cooker dinner made with tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Served over angel hair pasta, this easy crockpot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and special family dinners alike.
Crock Pot Angel Chicken
Ingredients
Method
- Lightly grease the slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and butter until mostly smooth.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or HIGH for 2½ to 3 hours.
- Remove the chicken and cut or shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir until coated in the creamy sauce.
- Cook for another 10 to 15 minutes on LOW.
- Serve the creamy chicken over freshly cooked angel hair pasta.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Full-fat cream cheese creates the creamiest sauce.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
- Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it tender.
- Stir the sauce well before returning the chicken.
- Thin the sauce with a little extra broth if needed.
Variations
- Add sliced mushrooms during the first hour.
- Stir in fresh spinach during the final 10 minutes.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Use boneless chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over angel hair pasta.
- Pair with mashed potatoes.
- Serve with steamed broccoli.
- Add garlic bread on the side.
- Enjoy with a crisp green salad.
Tips
- Cook the pasta just before serving for the best texture.
- Let the chicken rest a few minutes before shredding.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze the chicken and sauce without the pasta for up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently over low heat, adding a splash of broth if the sauce thickens.
Prep Time, Cook Time, and Total Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings
Serves: 6
Nutrition Information (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 560
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fat: 33g
- Sodium: 780mg
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?
Yes. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are an excellent substitute and become especially tender in the slow cooker.
Do I have to shred the chicken?
No. You can leave the chicken breasts whole or slice them before serving if you prefer larger pieces.
Can I make this without cream of chicken soup?
Yes. You can substitute homemade cream sauce made with butter, flour, chicken broth, and milk if preferred.
What pasta works best with Angel Chicken?
Angel hair is the traditional choice, but fettuccine, linguine, egg noodles, or even rice work well too.
Can I prepare this ahead of time?
Yes. The chicken and sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Cook the pasta fresh before serving.
How do I keep the sauce smooth?
Use softened cream cheese and stir well after cooking. If needed, whisk the sauce before adding the chicken back in.
