Spam a La King

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Spam a La King, a nostalgic twist on a classic comfort food! This creamy, satisfying dish combines savory cubes of Spam with a medley of vibrant vegetables like green and red bell peppers, mushrooms, and peas, all enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from a buttery roux, milk, and chicken broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect served over fluffy cooked rice or nestled in golden puff pastry shells for a more elegant presentation. With its quick prep time, hearty flavors, and budget-friendly ingredients, Spam a La King is the ultimate blend of convenience and deliciousness that never fails to impress. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Spam
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Chicken broth
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cups Frozen peas
• 0.5 cups Mushrooms
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 cups Cooked rice or puff pastry shells

Directions

Step 1

Dice the Spam into small cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Wash and dice the bell peppers into small pieces. Slice the mushrooms thinly. Set aside the vegetables.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and whisk continuously to make a roux. Continue whisking for about 1–2 minutes until it turns a pale golden color.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the milk and chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to thicken slightly (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 6

Add the diced Spam, bell peppers, mushrooms, and peas to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it cook for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and let it rest for a minute. Serve the Spam a La King over cooked rice or in puff pastry shells for a classic presentation.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley or additional black pepper, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1715.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2173.5

Total Fat 121.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 357.3mg	0%
Sodium 5420.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 78.8g	0%

Vitamin D 247.2IU	0%
Calcium 567.4mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 3875.1mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 34.3%