Best Traditional Chicken A La King Recipes

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CHICKEN A LA KING I



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Easy and elegant chicken dish. It's a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey. Green pepper and red pimientos make this a pretty dish to serve at Christmas or anytime. Serve over cooked rice, toast, or noodles. Can be made ahead and reheated.

Provided by Colleen B. Smith

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained, liquid reserved
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
1 ½ cups milk
1 ¼ cups hot water
4 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
4 ounces chopped pimento

Steps:

  • Cook and stir drained mushrooms and green pepper in butter or margarine over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Blend in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbly. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in instant bouillon, milk, water, and reserved mushroom liquid. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken and pimiento. Heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 86.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 733.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

COMFORTING CHICKEN A LA KING



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I've been making this thick and creamy Chicken a la King recipe for over 30 years. It's a wonderful way to create a quick lunch or dinner with leftover chicken. -Ruth Lee, Troy, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 individually frozen biscuits
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons diced pimientos

Steps:

  • Bake biscuits according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and celery in butter until crisp-tender. Stir in flour and salt until blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add chicken and pimientos; heat through. Serve with biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 34g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 1185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN A LA KING



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I copied this out of a magazine years ago while traveling with my husband, who was in the army. This is also delicious served over biscuits.-Polly Hurst, Flemingsburg, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
Toast points

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour and salt until smooth. Add the broth and milk; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the chicken, mushrooms and pimientos; heat through. Serve with toast points.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

TRADITIONAL CHICKEN A LA KING



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We raise fryers to feed our family for months. And this is one of our favorite ways to prepare chicken. It's a traditional dish that's sure to please.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried sage
1-1/2 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
Warm biscuits

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, saute the mushrooms, carrots, onion and green pepper in butter until vegetables are crisp-tender. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper and sage; stir in milk and broth until smooth. Gradually add to vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened; Add peas and chicken. , Simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Serve with biscuits.

Nutrition Facts :

CLASSIC CHICKEN A LA KING RECIPE



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This classic chicken a la king recipe is easy to prepare. Serve the chicken with biscuits, rice, toast points, or puff pastry shells.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Lunch     Dinner

Time 27m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons butter
4 to 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups light cream, milk, or half-and-half
1 to 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 cups cooked diced chicken
1/4 cup chopped pimiento
Optional: fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced mushrooms, green bell pepper, and green onion, then cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and most of the liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated.
  • Blend in the flour, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
  • Gradually add milk, cream, or half-and-half along with 1 cup of the chicken broth, stirring constantly.
  • Continue cooking over low to medium-low heat, stirring, until mixture is hot and thickened. Add more chicken broth, if necessary.
  • Cook for about 2 minutes longer. Add the diced chicken and pimiento and heat through.
  • Serve over toast points (see below) or rice, or spoon into baked puff pastry shells (see below).
  • Sprinkle each serving with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 414 mg, Fat 22 g, ServingSize 8 servings chicken a la king, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

SLOW-COOKED CHICKEN A LA KING



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When I know I'll be having a busy day with little time for cooking, I prepare this tasty main dish. Brimming with tender chicken and colorful vegetables, it smells so good while cooking. -Eleanor Mielke, Snohomish, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons diced pimientos, drained
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine soup, flour, pepper and cayenne until smooth. Stir in chicken, celery, green pepper and onion. , Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until meat is no longer pink. Stir in peas and pimientos. Cook 30 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK & EASY CHICKEN A LA KING



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Super easy & quick version of "Chicken A La King" using ingredients you most likely have on hand. Kid friendly, too.

Provided by Parrot Head Mama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup fine chopped carrot
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken in microwave-safe container, with just enough water to cover. Microwave on high until done/no longer pink in the center (12-15 minutes, depending on size of breasts).
  • Dice cooked chicken and set aside.
  • In small saucepan, melt butter. Sauté onions and carrots, with parsley, until tender.
  • In separate small bowl, combine cornstarch and 1/2 cup of chicken broth, whisk until smooth.
  • Add to saucepan/veggie mix, along with remaining broth. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, add frozen peas and cooked chicken. Boil for additional 2 minutes.
  • Serve over mashed potatoes or hot, buttered noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.1, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 71.9, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.4, Protein 22.4

EASY SKILLET CHICKEN A LA KING



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Super easy! Serve over rice or a thick slice of a crusty bread if desired. For added richness, top with a dollop of fat free sour cream. Yummy!

Provided by Jill B. Mittelstadt

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil. When hot add chicken and saute 4 to 5 minutes until about halfway cooked. Add mushrooms and continue to saute until chicken is lightly browned and cooked through (juices run clear). Stir in the milk, soup, mushrooms, pimentos, onion powder and pepper. Bring all to a boil. Cover skillet and reduce heat. Let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 600.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

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