Cheat's Chicken a La King

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this effortless and comforting Cheat’s Chicken à la King recipe! Featuring tender shredded chicken and a medley of colorful vegetables like red bell pepper, mushrooms, and classic frozen veggie staples, this creamy dish comes together in just 30 minutes. A rich, velvety sauce made with butter, chicken broth, and milk coats every bite, and a hint of garlic and onion powder adds subtle depth. Perfectly versatile, it can be served over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or golden puff pastry for a crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you’re seeking a quick dinner solution or a nostalgic favorite with a modern twist, this recipe is your go-to for cozy, no-fuss comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
• 1 small Red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 4 servings Cooked rice, pasta, or puff pastry (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced mushrooms and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are softened.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1 minute to create a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, ensuring no lumps form. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the sauce starts to thicken.

Step 5

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and frozen mixed vegetables. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the shredded cooked chicken and stir to coat it evenly in the sauce. Let it heat through for 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

For extra creaminess, stir in the heavy cream (optional) and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the Chicken à la King over cooked rice, pasta, or puff pastry shells for a hearty and comforting meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1916.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2072.1

Total Fat 59.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 527.3mg	0%
Sodium 2426.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 181.1g	0%

Vitamin D 121.6IU	0%
Calcium 528.6mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 3119.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.8%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 37.0%