Description
Creamy Italian dressing and cream cheese meld perfectly in this heavenly Crockpot Angel Chicken, creating a luxurious sauce that drapes tender chicken in rich, comforting flavors. Served over pasta or rice, this easy weeknight dinner will become a family favorite that satisfies both hunger and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing mix
- 1/4 cup butter
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
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 of chicken soup, chicken broth, ranch dressing mix, and melted butter until smooth and well-combined.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt evenly over the chicken breasts to enhance flavor profiles.
- Pour the prepared sauce mixture directly over the seasoned chicken, ensuring complete coverage and even distribution.
- Dollop cream cheese and sprinkle parmesan cheese across the top of the sauce, creating a rich and creamy layer.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat for 6-7 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and infused with flavors.
- Once cooking is complete, use two forks to gently shred the chicken within the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, spooning the sauce over the shredded chicken and pairing with your favorite side dishes like rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Prep Ahead: Marinate chicken in ranch seasoning overnight for deeper flavor penetration and more intense taste.
- Dairy-Free Adaptation: Substitute cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives like cashew cream or coconut cream to accommodate lactose-intolerant diets.
- Protein Variation: Swap chicken breasts with thighs for juicier meat or use turkey breasts for a different protein option.
- Meal Prep Hack: Portion and freeze cooked chicken in individual containers for quick, convenient meals during busy weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1000 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg