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Crock Pot Chicken and Angel Hair Pasta

This Crock Pot Chicken and Angel Hair Pasta is a comforting one-pot meal that features tender chicken simmered in a savory onion soup base with mushrooms and a creamy sour cream sauce. The angel hair pasta is stirred in at the end for a perfect al dente bite, making it an ideal recipe for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 envelope onion soup mix (1ΒΌ ounce)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 8 ounces fresh sliced mushrooms
  • 1 container sour cream 8 ounces; use regular or fat-free based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
  • Cooking spray for greasing the crock pot

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Cooking spray
  • Measuring cups
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Spray your crock pot with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, onion soup mix, water, minced garlic, fresh mushrooms, sour cream, and chopped chives to the crock pot. Stir well so that the onion soup mix dissolves and evenly coats the ingredients.
  3. Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  4. About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked angel hair pasta. Cover again and cook until the pasta is al dente.
  5. Give the dish a final stir and serve immediately. Consider pairing with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Notes

This recipe is a lifesaver for busy evenings. The slow cooker does all the work, ensuring the chicken remains tender and infused with the savory flavors of onion soup mix and garlic. Adding the pasta near the end transforms it into a satisfying one-pot meal, which can easily be adapted by swapping in turkey or even a vegetarian protein like tofu. Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and reheated with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.