Chicken &# 195; la King is a classic American comfort food featuring tender diced chicken in a rich, creamy sauce loaded with savory mushrooms, vibrant green peppers, and sweet peas. This dish balances hearty protein with the earthy notes of mushrooms and the fresh crunch of vegetables, all bound together by a velvety milk-based sauce. ItâÂÂs incredibly versatile, serving beautifully over fluffy rice or alongside warm biscuits. Ideal for weeknight meals when you need something satisfying yet simple, this recipe allows you to prepare a large batch and freeze portions for future convenience. It evokes a sense of home-cooked nostalgia, making it a staple for busy families seeking reliable, delicious meals without complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.
Chicken A La King (Usda
Description
Chicken &# 195; la King is a classic American comfort food featuring tender diced chicken in a rich, creamy sauce loaded with savory mushrooms, vibrant green peppers, and sweet peas. This dish balances hearty protein with the earthy notes of mushrooms and the fresh crunch of vegetables, all bound together by a velvety milk-based sauce. ItâÂÂs incredibly versatile, serving beautifully over fluffy rice or alongside warm biscuits. Ideal for weeknight meals when you need something satisfying yet simple, this recipe allows you to prepare a large batch and freeze portions for future convenience. It evokes a sense of home-cooked nostalgia, making it a staple for busy families seeking reliable, delicious meals without complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine frozen peas, instant minced onion, and chopped green peppers in a large pot.
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Pour 1 1/3 cups of boiling water over the vegetables, cover, and cook slowly for 5 minutes.
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Drain the vegetables, reserving the cooking liquid in a separate container.
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Combine the reserved vegetable cooking liquid with 2 quarts of chicken broth in a large saucepan.
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Heat the broth mixture to a boil.
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In a separate bowl, mix 1 2/3 cups of unsifted flour with 1 quart of milk until smooth.
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Slowly stir the milk and flour mixture into the boiling broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
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Cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a simmer.
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Stir in the drained vegetables, 2 1/2 pounds of diced cooked chicken, drained canned mushrooms, chopped pimientos, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
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For immediate serving, heat to desired temperature and serve over rice or biscuits.
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For freezing, line four 8x8-inch baking pans with heat-resistant freezer wrap.
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Divide the mixture evenly among the four pans.
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Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
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Fold the freezer wrap over the top, sealing tightly with freezer tape, and label with date and name.
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Freeze immediately for 10 to 12 hours, then remove from pans if desired for storage.
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To reheat frozen portions, preheat oven to 350ðF (177ðC).
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Remove wrap, place food in baking pan, and heat for 1 1/2 hours or until bubbly.
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Stir occasionally during heating, then stir gently until sauce is smooth before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2710.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 97.2g150%
- Saturated Fat 27.6g138%
- Cholesterol 684.5mg229%
- Sodium 752.0mg32%
- Total Carbohydrate 161.5g54%
- Dietary Fiber 32.5g130%
- Sugars 42.6g
- Protein 252.0g504%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
