Angel Chicken Pasta

Angel Chicken Pasta is a comforting, family-friendly dinner featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy Italian-seasoned sauce made with cream cheese and savory seasonings, then served over delicate angel hair pasta. The result is a hearty, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Yield: 2-4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1-2 tablespoons neutral oil

• 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature

• 3 tablespoons butter, softened

• 1 packet dried Italian dressing mix

• 1(10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup

• ¾ cup chicken broth or white wine

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 16 ounces Angel hair pasta

• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

• Dried or fresh parsley, or garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Prepare the Chicken

   Preheat oven to 375°F if baking.

   Spray or lightly oil an 8x8-inch or 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

   Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

   If needed, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for more consistent cooking.

   Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

   Lightly brown the chicken breasts on both sides. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

2. Make the Sauce

   In a medium bowl, combine:

   Cream cheese

   Softened butter

   Then mix until smooth and creamy.

   Add:

   Cream soup

   Chicken broth

   Minced garlic

   Italian dressing mix

   Then stir until fully blended.

3. Cook the Chicken

   Oven Method

   Place browned chicken breasts in the prepared casserole dish.

   Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.

   Bake at 375°F for 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

   Stovetop Method

   Place browned chicken and prepared sauce into a large skillet.

   Cover and cook over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes.

   Stir occasionally and cook until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.

   Slow Cooker Method

   Spray or line the slow cooker to prevent sticking.

   Place browned chicken in the slow cooker.

   Pour sauce over the chicken.

   Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally.

4. Prepare the Pasta

   Near the end of cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

   Cook angel hair pasta until al dente.

   Drain well, reserving 1 cup of pasta water in case the sauce needs thinning.

5. Serve

   Place angel hair pasta on each plate.

   Top with chicken.

   Spoon extra sauce over the chicken and pasta.

   Garnish with Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

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   Note: Chicken must reach an internal temperature of 165°F before serving. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a little reserved pasta water.