Delicious Leftover Chicken a la King Recipe

Enjoy a comforting and flavorful meal with this leftover chicken a la king recipe. Made with tender chicken, savory vegetables, and a creamy sauce, this dish is perfect for using up leftover chicken from your previous meal. It's quick and easy to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Directions

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
4. Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.
5. Add the cooked chicken, frozen peas, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the skillet. Stir to combine.
6. Simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, until the chicken is heated through and the flavors meld together.
7. Serve the leftover chicken a la king over cooked rice or noodles. Enjoy!

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