Heavenly Dinner: Only 5 ingredients! The sauce is rich and creamy—my family can’t get enough and cleans their plates every time

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5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Angel Chicken

This 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is a classic “set it and forget it” dish that transforms a handful of simple ingredients into a rich, comforting dinner. The magic comes from the dry Italian dressing mix, which adds herbs, garlic, and a hint of tangy flavor without needing multiple spices. As it cooks, the cream cheese melts into the sauce, creating a smooth, creamy texture that pairs perfectly with pasta and is loved by both kids and adults.

Ingredients

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs – 2 lbs
Cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes – 1 (8 oz) package
Cream of chicken soup – 1 (10½ oz) can
Chicken broth or water – ½ cup
Dry Italian dressing mix – 1 (0.7–1 oz) packet

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Place the chicken pieces in a 4–6 quart slow cooker, arranging them evenly so they cook uniformly.

Step 2: Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, dry Italian dressing mix, and chicken broth (or water) until the mixture becomes smooth.

Step 3: Add Everything to the Cooker
Distribute the cubed cream cheese over the chicken. Pour the soup mixture on top, ensuring the chicken is well coated.

Step 4: Cook Slowly
Cover and cook on Low for 4–6 hours or High for 2–3 hours, until the chicken becomes tender and easy to pull apart.

Step 5: Shred and Stir
Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir everything together so the melted cream cheese blends fully into the sauce, creating a thick, creamy consistency.

Step 6: Let It Rest
Allow the dish to sit on the Warm setting for 5–10 minutes so the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors come together before serving.

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