Slow-Cooked Creamy Angel Chicken
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy garlic and herb sauce, served over angel hair pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts juicy and tender
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup rich and creamy
- 1 cup heavy cream velvety and smooth
- 1/2 cup chicken broth flavorful and savory
- 4 oz cream cheese softened, to add creaminess
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese nutty and salty
- 3 cloves garlic minced, releasing its aromatic essence
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning fragrant and herbaceous
- 1/2 teaspoon salt to enhance the flavors
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adding a subtle heat
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a spicy kick
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, for richness
- 12 oz cooked angel hair pasta that delicate nest for your sauce
- to taste fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by placing the four boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker. Position them neatly, allowing even cooking throughout.
- In a separate bowl, combine the creamy condensed soup, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Whisk in the softened cream cheese until smooth, then stir in the grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Cooking
- Carefully pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are completely coated. Cover your slow cooker, then cook on low for 4-5 hours, or opt for high for 2.5-3 hours, until the chicken reaches tender perfection.
Final steps
- Once cooking time is complete, use two forks to shred the chicken right in the sauce, allowing it to absorb all the delicious flavors.
- Stir in the melted butter to enhance the richness of the dish. Serve the delectable concoction over a nest of cooked angel hair pasta.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a hint of freshness.
Notes
For successful slow cooking, ensure the chicken breasts are evenly distributed in the slow cooker and use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer flavor.