Description
Chicken a la King is the ultimate comfort food that warms your soul with every bite. This classic dish features tender chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, complemented by vibrant vegetables like bell peppers and mushrooms. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in, it’s easy to prepare and can be served over rice, pasta, or biscuits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed red and green)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces; wash and slice mushrooms and bell peppers.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the veggies: Add sliced mushrooms and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Sprinkle flour over chicken and vegetables; stir well. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps, then stir in heavy cream until combined.
- Season: Let simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened; add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Spoon Chicken a la King over rice or pasta; garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg