Description
Creamy Italian dressing and cream cheese meld together in this heavenly Crockpot Angel Chicken, creating a luxurious sauce that embraces tender chicken breasts. Serve over pasta or rice for a comforting meal that will become a family favorite, offering pure culinary bliss in every delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Dairy and Liquid:
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 packet italian dressing mix
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz pasta (optional)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare a slow cooker by lightly greasing the interior to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot, creating an even base for cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing, milk, and chicken broth until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Sprinkle italian dressing mix, garlic powder, and black pepper evenly over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Cube butter and distribute pieces across the top of the seasoned chicken.
- Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the chicken, making sure all pieces are thoroughly coated.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat, allowing the chicken to cook slowly for 6-7 hours until tender and easily shredded.
- About 30 minutes before serving, optional: prepare pasta according to package instructions as a complementary side dish.
- Once cooking is complete, use two forks to gently shred the chicken, mixing it with the creamy sauce.
- Serve the chicken hot, either over prepared pasta or as a standalone dish, spooning extra sauce on top for added richness.
Notes
- Optimize cooking time by checking chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium cream of chicken soup and homemade ranch dressing alternative.
- For gluten-free version, substitute italian dressing mix with herbs like dried oregano, basil, and thyme.
- Create a lighter meal by using Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese and serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg