Description
Classic Chicken a la King is a comforting and creamy chicken dish with vegetables, served over puff pastry shells, toast, or rice. This recipe is a nostalgic favorite that’s easy to make and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (diced or shredded)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Serving Suggestions:
- 4 puff pastry shells, toast, or cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle in flour and stir to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Make Sauce: Slowly whisk in chicken broth, then milk and cream. Stir until thickened.
- Add Chicken and Peas: Mix in chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer until heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in parsley and serve hot over pastry, toast, or rice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, opt for roasted or rotisserie chicken.
- Enhance the taste with a splash of sherry.
- If using canned mushrooms, remember to drain them before adding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup chicken mixture with pastry or toast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
