Classic Chicken a la King
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
471 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Classic Chicken a la King
Description
This traditional dish starts by sautéing mushrooms in butter until softened, then forming a roux with flour to thicken the sauce. Gradually adding chicken broth and milk creates a smooth base which then simmers until thickened. Tempered egg yolks and heavy cream enrich the sauce further, giving it a luxurious consistency without curdling.
The addition of frozen peas and diced pimientos brings small bursts of color and sweetness, complementing the savory chicken and mushroom sauce. The shredded cooked chicken swirls throughout, providing tender protein pieces evenly coated with the rich sauce.
Chicken a la King is typically served over rice, buttered noodles, toast, or warm biscuits, making it a comforting and filling entrée. The sauce’s creamy texture and moderate seasoning allow it to pair well with mild starches and soft breads, ideal for absorbing the sauce.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter salted
- 8 ounces white mushrooms sliced, or cremini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large egg yolk
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 1 cup pimiento drained, diced
- 4 cups chicken chopped or shredded, shredded, cooked
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup salted butter over medium-high heat. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, or until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour is fully incorporated and there are no visible specks. Gradually pour in 2 cups chicken broth and 1 1/2 cups milk while stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 large egg yolks and 1/3 cup heavy cream. Slowly whisk in about 1/2 cup of the hot sauce from the pan into the egg mixture to temper the eggs (this prevents curdling). Pour the tempered mixture back into the saucepan, whisking continuously. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to thicken the sauce further.
- Stir in 1 cup frozen peas, 1 cup diced pimientos, and 4 cups shredded cooked chicken. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, or until the peas are heated through and the chicken is warmed. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve hot over cooked rice, pasta, toast, or biscuits.
Notes
- Serve Chicken a la King over rice, pasta, toast, or biscuits for a classic presentation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 471 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 471kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 196mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 520mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 595mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1922IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 44mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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