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Delicious Chicken à la King served with vegetables over rice

Chicken à la King

A classic comfort dish made with chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced Use leftover or pre-cooked chicken
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup flour Can use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 6 servings of rice or biscuits To serve the Chicken à la King

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms, and sauté until tender.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to coat.
  4. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  5. Stir in the cooked chicken, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cook until heated through.
  7. Serve over rice or biscuits.

Notes

For a richer sauce, experiment with different types of cheese. This dish can also include additional vegetables like peas or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.