Description
Comforting chicken a la king brings creamy nostalgia to classic American home cooking. Silky sauce, tender chicken, and hearty vegetables create a delightful meal you’ll savor with pure satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken stock
Vegetables:
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced
Dairy and Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Optional Garnish:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for chicken preparation.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before dicing into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and diced bell peppers, cooking until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture, stirring continuously to create a roux and prevent lumping.
- Gradually pour in chicken stock and heavy cream, whisking constantly to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Incorporate whole milk and continue stirring until sauce thickens and reaches a velvety consistency, roughly 4-5 minutes.
- Fold diced chicken into the sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated and heated through.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese into the mixture, stirring until completely melted and integrated.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, adding extra salt or pepper to preference.
- Transfer chicken a la king to serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately over rice, toast, or pasta for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use high-quality, boneless chicken breasts for even cooking and tender meat texture.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve a golden, crispy exterior when baking.
- Experiment with different bell pepper colors for a vibrant and visually appealing dish.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version of the recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 41 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg