Heavenly Dinner: Just 5 ingredients. The sauce is so rich and creamy, my family licks their plates clean every time.

This 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Angel Chicken is a legendary “dump and go” recipe that transforms a few pantry staples into a heavenly, velvety meal. The secret is the dry Italian dressing mix, which provides all the herbs, garlic, and tang you need without having to open a single spice jar. Using cream cheese in the slow cooker creates a thick, “angelic” white sauce that is famously kid-friendly and perfect for soaking into a bed of warm pasta.

5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Angel Chicken

Ingredients:

Directions:

Step 1: Prep the Chicken: Place your chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of a 4/6-quart slow cooker. Try to arrange them in a single, even layer so they cook at the same rate.

Step 2: Whisk the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry Italian dressing mix, the cream of chicken soup, and the chicken broth (or water).

Step 3: Assemble and Layer: Scatter the cubes of softened cream cheese directly over the chicken. Pour the soup and dressing mixture evenly over the top, making sure to cover all the meat.

Step 4: Slow Cook: Cover the lid and cook on Low for 4/6 hours or on High for 2/3 hours. The chicken should be tender enough that it begins to fall apart when touched.

Step 5: Shred and Blend: Using two forks, shred the chicken into large chunks or bite-sized pieces right in the pot. Stir well to incorporate the melted cream cheese into the soup mixture until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 6: Final Rest: Let the chicken sit on the Warm setting for 5/10 minutes. This allows the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to fully “mingle” before you serve.