Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic Chicken A la King, a creamy mixture of tender chicken, vegetables, and a savory sauce, served over puff pastry shells, toast, or rice.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken A la King:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 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 milk
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced or shredded)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
For Serving:
- puff pastry shells, toast, or cooked rice
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sauté vegetables: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté until soft.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stir to form a roux.
- Add broth and milk: Whisk in broth and milk slowly, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Combine remaining ingredients: Add chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until heated through.
- Finish and serve: Stir in parsley, if desired. Serve hot over puff pastry, toast, or rice.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works well in this recipe.
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (filling only)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
