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Creamy Chicken à la King

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Creamy Chicken à la King is a classic comfort dish featuring tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and mushrooms in a rich, velvety cream sauce. Traditionally served over puff pastry, toast, or rice for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1. 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3. 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 4. 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 5. 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 6. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 7. 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 8. 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 9. 2 cups chicken broth
  • 10. 1 cup heavy cream
  • 11. 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 12. 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 13. Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 14. Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, green bell pepper, and mushrooms, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
  5. Gradually pour in chicken broth, whisking constantly until smooth.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Add cooked chicken and peas, stirring until heated through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over puff pastry shells, toast, noodles, or rice.

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken works perfectly for this recipe.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Add diced pimentos for a more traditional touch.
  • This sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.

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