Description
This classic Creamy Chicken Delight with Peppers and Mushrooms brings comfort food to your table in just 25 minutes. Tender chicken is nestled in a rich, velvety sauce with colorful vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Cooked rice or pasta for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and bell pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they are tender.
- Stir in the flour, garlic powder, and onion powder, cooking for an additional minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken and frozen peas to the skillet, mixing well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.
- Serve the Chicken a la King over cooked rice or pasta for a hearty meal.
Notes
For extra richness, substitute half-and-half for the milk. You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience, or leftover roasted chicken works perfectly too. Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or celery for additional texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: chicken a la king, creamy chicken, comfort food, easy dinner, skillet meal