Chicken Ala King Recipe

Name: Chicken Ala King
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon butter substitute; 3 cups roasted cooked chicken, shredded; 1/2 cup celery, chopped; 1/4 cup red pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup green pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup onion, chopped; 1/2 cup carrot, grated; 1 (8 ounce) can low-fat cream of chicken soup; 1 (8 ounce) can low-fat cream of mushroom soup; 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream; 5 ounces frozen peas, thawed (1/2 10-oz pkg); 2 tablespoons pimientos, diced; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon butter substitute
3 cups roasted cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, grated
1 (8 ounce) can low-fat cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can low-fat cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
5 ounces frozen peas, thawed (1/2 10-oz pkg)
2 tablespoons pimientos, diced
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
Melt butter in a large saucepan.
2
Add all vegetables.
3
Saute' until vegetables are barely tender.
4
Stir in remaining ingredients.
5
Cook and stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
6
Reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes.
7
Serve in toast cups, or puff pastry shells, or over cornbread.
8
To Make Toast Cups:
9
Brush a muffin tin with melted butter. Gently press and fit slices of very fresh bread into cups. Be careful not to tear the bread. Brush the bread with melted butter. Bake at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes, or until light brown.

489

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon butter substitute, 3 cups roasted cooked chicken, shredded, 1/2 cup celery, chopped, 1/4 cup red pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Ala King falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Ala King

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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