Easy Chicken a La King

Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly flavorful, this Easy Chicken à la King is the ultimate quick-to-make classic that feels like a gourmet meal. Featuring tender chunks of cooked chicken, vibrant diced bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and sweet peas, all enveloped in a velvety, rich sauce made with chicken broth, milk, and a touch of heavy cream, this dish delivers hearty satisfaction in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-skillet wonder comes together in just 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with flaky biscuits, fluffy rice, or pasta for a versatile, crowd-pleasing meal. With a sprinkle of paprika and optional fresh parsley garnish, this nostalgic, creamy chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken, diced or shredded
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 Green bell pepper, diced
• 1 Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup Sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 4 servings Biscuits, rice, or pasta for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced green and red bell peppers, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste of the flour.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring it is smooth with no lumps. Stir continuously until the mixture starts to thicken.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk and heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and become creamy.

Step 6

Add the cooked chicken and frozen peas. Stir to combine, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the chicken is heated through and the peas are tender.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Adjust the seasonings to taste.

Step 8

To serve, ladle the chicken a la king over warm biscuits, rice, or pasta. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2012.2 grams (2012.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2626

Total Fat 131.80g	169%
Saturated Fat 67.30g	337%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 699mg	233%
Sodium 3620mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 154.40g	56%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 56.30g
Protein 185.10g	370%

Vitamin D 161IU	803%
Calcium 509mg	39%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2837mg	60%

*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: 46.6%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 24.3%