Chicken Ala King

Chicken ala King is definitely one of those classic chicken recipes you should have in your repertoire. Especially when you do not have much time in your hand because it is really quick and easy to make. It is also very versatile. You can have it as a main dish paired with pasta, bread or rice. It could also be an appetizer or starter by serving it on baked Phyllo shells or tortilla cups. 

INGREDIENTS

US Customary - Metric

• 1/2 cup butter

• 2 cloves garlic - - minced

• 1 medium onion - - chopped

• 1 can (15 ounces) whole champignon mushrooms

• 1 big carrot - - cubed

• 1 cup green peas

• 1 red bell pepper - (or half red, half green)

• 1/4 cup flour

• 1 1/2 cup milk

• 1/2 cup water

• 1 chicken broth cube

• 1 pound chicken breast fillet - - cut into cubes

• salt

• pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

• Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and cook until limp and aromatic.

• Add mushrooms, carrots, bell pepper and peas. Cook until lightly browned.

• Add flour and stir to let it mix with the butter. Let it cook for a minute. Add milk, water, and chicken broth cube. Add the chicken once it starts to simmer. Season with salt and pepper and let it cook for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken and vegetables are all cooked.

• Serve with rice, pasta or bread.