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Chicken a la King

Creamy Chicken a la King: Your New Comfort Food Classic

Chicken a la King is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for any dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Can substitute with red or yellow peppers.
  • 1 cup Sweet Onion Shallots or yellow onion can be used as substitutes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for better flavor.
  • 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock Low-sodium stock is preferable.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream.
For the Chicken and Veggies
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Fresh peas can be used if available.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Pimentos Can replace with chopped red bell peppers.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
  2. Add the diced green bell pepper and sweet onion, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine; cook for about 1 minute.
  5. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, ensuring no lumps remain.
  6. Add the heavy cream and let the sauce simmer until thickened.
  7. Stir in the cooked chicken and frozen peas, mixing well.
  8. Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or biscuits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with cottage cheese chicken salad or hearty bokchoy chicken soup.

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