Chicken La King

Creamy, comforting, and packed with vibrant flavors, Chicken à la King is a classic dish that effortlessly impresses. This hearty recipe combines tender shredded chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and colorful bell peppers in a silky, rich sauce of chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream, seasoned with a touch of paprika and garlic powder for depth. Frozen peas add a pop of sweetness, while fresh parsley finishes it off with a burst of freshness. Perfectly versatile, it’s served over puff pastry shells, biscuits, rice, or pasta for a customizable experience that fits any occasion. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is an elegant yet easy option for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and flavorful Chicken à la King recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
• 1 cup button mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 servings puff pastry shells, biscuits, rice, or pasta (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large sauté pan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced mushrooms, diced green bell pepper, and diced red bell pepper to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow to thicken slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the milk and heavy cream. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is creamy and smooth.

Step 6

Add the shredded or cubed cooked chicken, frozen peas, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir everything together and let cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

If serving over puff pastry shells or biscuits, bake them according to package instructions. Alternatively, cook rice or pasta as per package directions.

Step 9

Spoon the Chicken à la King mixture over your base of choice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2481.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4014.7

Total Fat 240.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1001.6mg	0%
Sodium 5082.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.3g
Protein 268.7g	0%

Vitamin D 115.4IU	0%
Calcium 547.5mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 4082.6mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 17.4%