Description
Chicken à la King is a classic comfort food that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests. With its delightful aroma and satisfying flavors, this dish promises to leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (assorted colors)
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted. Add seasoned chicken breasts and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture while stirring constantly for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth; simmer until thickened.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream. Mix well for about 3-5 minutes.
- Fold in frozen peas and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve over rice or pasta, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg