Description
Crock Pot Angel Chicken is a delicious and easy slow-cooker recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy blend of Italian dressing, garlic, and cream of chicken soup, topped with melted cheddar cheese. This comforting dish requires minimal prep and delivers flavorful, juicy chicken that can be shredded and mixed for serving, perfect for a hassle-free weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix (1 oz)
Sauce and Topping
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Clean your crock pot thoroughly to ensure it is ready for cooking.
- Place Chicken: Arrange the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of the crock pot.
- Add Italian Dressing Mix: Generously sprinkle the Italian dressing mix over the chicken breasts to infuse flavor.
- Prepare and Pour Sauce: In a bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, and melted butter, mixing until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken in the crock pot.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken and sauce layer for a rich, melted topping.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Shred and Stir: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crock pot using two forks and stir the mixture well to combine all the flavors.
Notes
- Shredding the chicken in the crock pot helps it absorb all the creamy sauce thoroughly.
- You can serve this chicken over rice, pasta, or alongside vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Use mild or sharp cheddar cheese depending on your preference for cheesiness.
- For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream of chicken soup and cheese.
