Description
Hearty chicken a la king delivers comfort on a plate with creamy, rich sauce embracing tender chicken pieces. Served over rice or toast, this classic dish promises a satisfying meal that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 3 cups diced cooked chicken
- 4 ounces (113 grams) jar diced pimentos, drained
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium green bell pepper, small diced
- 1 small sweet onion, small diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Liquid and Thickening Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until it becomes golden and fragrant. Introduce diced green bell pepper and sweet onion, gently stirring until vegetables transform into a soft, translucent landscape, approximately 10 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic and allow its aromatic essence to permeate the skillet for roughly 30 seconds, releasing its delicate flavor profile.
- Sprinkle flour, salt, and black pepper into the vegetable mixture, thoroughly integrating dry ingredients to create a smooth, cohesive base. Toast the flour mixture for one minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk chicken stock into the skillet, maintaining constant motion to prevent luminal formations. Follow with heavy cream, creating a silky, uniform sauce through continuous stirring.
- Reduce heat and allow sauce to gently simmer, thickening for approximately 5 minutes while occasionally rotating the skillet contents.
- Incorporate diced cooked chicken, frozen peas, and drained pimentos into the creamy sauce. Gently fold ingredients to ensure even distribution and harmonious flavor integration.
- Continue simmering for an additional 3 minutes, guaranteeing all components reach a consistent, appetizing temperature. Taste and calibrate seasoning as needed.
- Present the chicken a la king immediately alongside warm toast or freshly baked fluffy biscuits, offering a comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Make sure to dice vegetables uniformly for consistent cooking and texture, preventing some pieces from being undercooked or overcooked.
- Whisk continuously when adding stock and cream to prevent lumpy sauce, creating a smooth, silky consistency that coats ingredients perfectly.
- Opt for rotisserie chicken or leftover roasted chicken to save time and add deeper flavor to the dish, making meal preparation easier.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream or almond milk for lactose-intolerant guests, ensuring everyone can enjoy this classic comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg