Crock Pot Chicken Ala King

Comfort food gets a luxurious makeover with this Crock Pot Chicken Ala King recipe—a creamy, hearty dish that's as easy to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Tender shredded chicken is slow-cooked to perfection in a rich and velvety cream sauce, infused with hints of garlic, onion, and savory chicken broth. Packed with vibrant veggies like peas, mushrooms, and red bell peppers, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Simply ladle the flavorful mixture over flaky puff pastry shells or buttery biscuits for a restaurant-quality meal your whole family will love. With minimal prep and the magic of your slow cooker, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners. Keywords: crock pot chicken ala king, slow cooker recipes, creamy chicken dinner, comfort food, easy family meals, weeknight dinner recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 0.33 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 1 cup Sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup Diced red bell pepper
• 6 pieces Cooked puff pastry shells or biscuits

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot.

Step 2

Pour the chicken broth over the chicken breasts.

Step 3

Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir lightly.

Step 4

Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 5

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the crock pot and shred the meat using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 7

Whisk in the flour to form a roux and continue whisking for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 8

Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9

Pour the cream sauce into the crock pot and stir to combine.

Step 10

Add the frozen peas, sliced mushrooms, and diced red bell pepper to the crock pot. Stir well.

Step 11

Cover and continue cooking on LOW for another 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce is heated through.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 13

Serve the Chicken Ala King over warm puff pastry shells or biscuits for a delightful and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2295.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4361.6

Total Fat 261.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 941.3mg	0%
Sodium 5674.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 263.7g	0%

Vitamin D 67.4IU	0%
Calcium 385.1mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 3605.9mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 20.0%