Easy Skillet Chicken à la King

This easy skillet chicken à la king recipe is a classic American dish that is packed with flavor and perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner. Tender chicken breast and colorful vegetables are cooked in a creamy mushroom sauce, served over fluffy rice or buttered toast. With just a few simple steps and ingredients, you can enjoy this comforting and delicious meal in no time!

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the chicken pieces to the other side. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through.
5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and chicken, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook the flour.
6. Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
7. Add the dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
8. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
9. Stir in the frozen peas and heavy cream, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
10. Serve hot over rice or toasted bread.

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