Chicken a la King is the ultimate comfort food. This classic recipe combines tender chicken with mushrooms and peppers in a rich, creamy sauce… and it’s absolutely delicious! It can be eaten all on its own or served over biscuits, noodles, or rice. A quick, easy, and satisfying dinner the whole family will love!
There’s something about a good comfort food recipe that you just can’t beat, and Chicken a la King is one of our favorites. It’s creamy, it’s satisfying, and best of all… it’s served over biscuits. Seriously – what could be better!?
It’s a recipe my mom made when we were growing up, and one we always looked forward to. And every time I’ve made it for my family, it’s a HUGE hit.
I like to keep it simple, with just a few vegetables I know my kids approve of, but the great thing about this recipe is that you can completely personalize it according to your family’s tastes. It’s the perfect base for extra veggies, bacon, cheese… you name it. And you can serve it over pretty much anything!
If you’re looking for an easy new dinner recipe to add to the rotation… you’ve come to the right place. This Chicken a la King is a guaranteed win!
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🍗 Ingredients
The easiest way to make this recipe is using rotisserie chicken, but you can use any type of cooked chicken. If you’re starting with raw chicken breast, my favorite way to prepare it is to poach it. This involves placing it in a skillet, covering it with water, and bringing it to a boil. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes.
- 1 stick (1/2 c.) salted butter
- 3/4 c. onion, diced
- 3/4 c. red pepper, diced
- 8 oz. sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 c. flour
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 c. chicken broth
- 2 c. milk
- 4 c. chopped, cooked chicken
- 1 can refrigerated biscuits
- fresh parsley, for garnish
📋 Instructions
This recipe comes together in minutes and involves nothing more than a little stirring. A few things to note – it’s important to let the flour cook for a few minutes with the vegetables in order to “cook off” the raw flour flavor. It’s also worth the extra few minutes to let the sauce thicken up in the final step… you won’t regret it!
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced onions, peppers, and mushrooms. Saute until tender-crisp.
- Stir in flour and salt, cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens (8-12 minutes).
- Stir in chicken.
- Spoon over prepared biscuits; season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley as desired.
🥓 Recipe variations
Looking to mix things up a bit? Try any one of these unique variations!
- Substitute cooked turkey breast for the chicken
- Add 1 c. frozen peas or mixed vegetables
- Add 6 oz. chopped bacon in with the vegetables and saute until crispy
- Use a combination of red, green, and yellow peppers for an extra pop of color
- Add 2-3 cloves minced garlic
- Stir in 1-2 tsp. red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
- Serve over cooked rice, noodles, mashed potatoes, or toast
- Top with Parmesan cheese for extra flavor
♨️ Storing & reheating
Leftover Chicken a la King should be stored in an airtight refrigerator in the refrigerator. It can be reheated in a skillet over medium heat. Leftover biscuits can be warmed in the oven at 350°.
🥘 Related recipes
If you’re looking for more delicious chicken recipes, these are some of our favorites!
- Chicken Divan
- Chicken Noodle Casserole
- Chicken Pot Pie
- Lemon Chicken Rice Casserole
- Pesto Stuffed Chicken
- Chicken Piccata
- Pesto Chicken Pasta
- Bruschetta Chicken Alfredo Pizza
Chicken a la King
Chicken a la King is the ultimate comfort food. This classic recipe combines tender chicken with mushrooms and peppers in a rich, creamy sauce... and it's absolutely delicious! It can be eaten all on its own or served over biscuits, noodles, or rice. A quick, easy, and satisfying dinner the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 stick (1/2 c.) salted butter
- 3/4 c. onion, diced
- 3/4 c. red pepper, diced
- 8 oz. sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 c. flour
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 c. chicken broth
- 2 c. milk
- 4 c. chopped, cooked chicken
- 1 can refrigerated biscuits
- fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced onions, peppers, and mushrooms. Saute until tender-crisp.
- Stir in flour and salt, cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens (8-12 minutes).
- Stir in chicken.
- Spoon over prepared biscuits; season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley as desired.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 273Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 658mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 21g
Chicken a la King is the ultimate comfort food. This classic recipe combines tender chicken with mushrooms and peppers in a rich, creamy sauce… and it’s absolutely delicious! It can be eaten all on its own or served over biscuits, noodles, or rice. A quick, easy, and satisfying dinner the whole family will love!
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