Pin Chicken à la King over Toast A classic, creamy chicken dish with mushrooms, peppers, and peas, served warm over crisp buttered toast. Comforting and full of flavor, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual brunch.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced (about 300 g)
- Vegetables: 1 cup mushrooms, sliced , 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced , 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed , 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Sauce: 3 tbsp unsalted butter , 3 tbsp all purpose flour , 2 cups whole milk , 1/2 cup chicken broth , 1/4 cup heavy cream , 1/2 tsp salt , 1/4 tsp black pepper , 1/4 tsp paprika , 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- Toast: 4 slices hearty white or whole wheat bread , 2 tbsp butter (for toasting)
- Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tbsp butter. Add the onion, mushrooms, and bell pepper. Sauté for 45 minutes until softened.
- Step 2:
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
- Step 3:
- Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth, stirring until smooth and thickened, about 34 minutes.
- Step 4:
- Add the diced chicken, peas, heavy cream, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Simmer gently for 57 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Step 5:
- Meanwhile, toast the bread slices and spread each with a little butter.
- Step 6:
- To serve, place a slice of toast on each plate and spoon the chicken à la king generously over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
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Pin Recipe Questions
- → What type of chicken works best for this dish?
Cooked diced chicken breast is preferred for tenderness. Rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut that works well.
- → Can I substitute the mushrooms and vegetables?
Yes, other mushrooms or diced vegetables like zucchini or carrots can be used for personal preference or seasonal variety.
- → How do I achieve the creamy sauce consistency?
Cook butter and flour to form a roux, then gradually whisk in milk and broth, stirring until smooth and thickened before adding other ingredients.
- → What bread types are recommended for serving?
Hearty white or whole wheat bread slices work well, toasted and buttered to provide a crisp base that complements the creamy topping.
- → Can this dish be served with other bases besides toast?
Yes, alternatives like puff pastry shells, rice, or biscuits offer a delicious variation to enjoy with the creamy chicken mixture.