Easy Chicken Ala King

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Easy Chicken Ala King is a weeknight dinner hero that comes together in just 45 minutes! Tender bites of chicken breast are coated in a silky homemade cream sauce enriched with butter, milk, and a touch of heavy cream. A colorful medley of red and green bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and sweet peas adds a fresh, hearty dimension, while the sauce thickens beautifully with a simple roux. Serve this versatile dish over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or crisp toasted bread for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Perfectly seasoned and family-friendly, this one-skillet recipe is a quick and delicious way to elevate your dinner game. Keywords: Chicken Ala King, easy chicken recipes, creamy chicken dinner, one-skillet meals, chicken cream sauce recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 pound chicken breast
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 4 servings cooked rice, pasta, or toast (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breast with salt and black pepper. Cut into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken pieces and cook until fully cooked and lightly browned, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Then add the milk and heavy cream, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked chicken and frozen peas to the skillet. Stir to combine and let everything heat through for 3-5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Serve the Chicken Ala King over rice, pasta, or toasted bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2298.2 grams (2298.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2497

Total Fat 116.60g	149%
Saturated Fat 60.90g	305%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 686mg	229%
Sodium 4271mg	186%
Total Carbohydrate 180.60g	66%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 33.10g
Protein 168.70g	337%

Vitamin D 170IU	850%
Calcium 652mg	50%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 3317mg	71%

*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: 42.9%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 29.5%