Creamed Chicken Recipe

Name: Creamed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) whole chickens; 3 quarts water; 1 onion, quartered; 1 celery rib, cut up; 1 carrot, cut up; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 large egg yolk; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; homemade or purchased biscuit

Servings: persons

1 (3 lb) whole chickens
3 quarts water
1 onion, quartered
1 celery rib, cut up
1 carrot, cut up
1 ½ teaspoons salt
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
homemade or purchased biscuit

1
Combine chicken, water, onion, celery, carrot and salt in large pot.
2
Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender, 50 to 60 minutes.
3
Remove chicken from pan.
4
Boil broth until reduced to 3-1/2 cups, about 45 to 60 minutes; strain and skim fat.
5
When chicken is cool, shred meat, discarding skin and bones; set aside.
6
Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
7
Add flour and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
8
Gradually whisk in reserved chicken broth.
9
Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
10
Whisk egg yolk in medium bowl.
11
Gradually add 1 cup of the hot broth mixture to yolk, whisking constantly; return to saucepan.
12
Stir in reserved chicken and the parsley and pepper.
13
Serve over biscuits.

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 lb) whole chickens, 3 quarts water, 1 onion, quartered, 1 celery rib, cut up, and more.

Yes, Creamed Chicken 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!

Creamed Chicken

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