Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Classic Chicken a la King recipe, a creamy dish featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner with family or friends.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Optional Garnish and Serving:
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Puff pastry shells, toast points, or cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms until tender.
- Make Roux: Stir in flour and cook to form a roux.
- Thicken Sauce: Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add Chicken and Peas: Mix in chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer until heated through.
- Serve: Serve hot over pastry, toast, or rice. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- This recipe is versatile and works well with rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey.
- For a richer flavor, consider using half-and-half or a splash of heavy cream in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (without rice or pastry)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
