Delicious Chicken à la King Recipe

Chicken à la King is a classic dish made with tender chicken, mushrooms, and bell peppers in a creamy sauce. This comforting and flavorful recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion. Serve it over rice, noodles, or toast for a delicious meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons dry sherry
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and black pepper.
2. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
4. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
7. Add the mushrooms, bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet.
8. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
9. Sprinkle the vegetables with the remaining flour mixture and stir well.
10. Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring constantly.
11. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
12. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and sherry.
13. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
14. Add the frozen peas and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
15. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thick and creamy.
16. Serve the Chicken à la King over rice, noodles, or toast.
17. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

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