Creamy Chicken à la King Delight
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Creamy Chicken à la King Delight! This elevated version takes comfort food to new heights with tender, cubed chicken breast simmered in a creamy sauce packed with aromatic vegetables and herbs. With easy preparation steps, you can make it a day ahead, refrigerate, and reheat before serving, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve it over flaky pastry shells, fluffy rice, or toasted bread for a meal that will impress your family and friends.
4
Servings
175
Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless chicken breasts
1 1/2 lbs (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
small onion
1 (chopped)
garlic cloves
2 (crushed)
celery
1 cup (chopped)
olive oil
4 teaspoons (for cooking)
flour
1/3 cup (for thickening sauce)
milk
1 cup (for sauce)
chicken broth
1 cup (for flavor)
sherry wine
2 tablespoons (for flavor)
chopped parsley
1/4 cup (for garnish)
paprika
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste
poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
chopped rosemary
1/2 teaspoon (for flavor)
butter
1 teaspoon (for sautéing)
red pepper
1 (cut into cubes)
light cream
1/4 cup (for a richer sauce)
Instructions
1
Start by cutting the boneless chicken breasts into 1/2-inch cubes.
2
In a large 12-inch skillet, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3
Add the cubed chicken, chopped onion, crushed garlic, and chopped celery to the skillet. Cook while stirring for about 8 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown.
4
Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well, cooking for an additional minute while stirring constantly.
5
Gradually pour in the milk, sherry wine, and chicken broth while stirring to combine smoothly. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat.
6
Add in the chopped parsley, paprika, poultry seasoning, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook and stir occasionally for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your liking. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7
In a separate small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the cubed red pepper until tender. Combine this with the chicken mixture and stir in the light cream until fully incorporated.
8
Serve the chicken à la king over patty shells, rice, or toasts for a delightful meal.
Nutrition Information
7.5
Fat
12.5
Carbs
12.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Chicken à la King Delight?
It is an elevated comfort food dish featuring tender, cubed chicken breast simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with aromatic vegetables and herbs.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
Can I make this chicken dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can make it a day ahead, refrigerate it, and reheat it before serving, which is perfect for busy weeknights.
What are the primary ingredients in Creamy Chicken à la King Delight?
The main ingredients include boneless chicken breasts, onion, garlic, celery, flour, milk, chicken broth, sherry wine, and light cream.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 175 calories.
How should the chicken be prepared for this recipe?
The boneless chicken breasts should be cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
What vegetables are used in the sauce base?
The sauce base includes chopped onion, crushed garlic, and chopped celery.
How is the sauce thickened?
The sauce is thickened by sprinkling 1/3 cup of flour over the cooked chicken and vegetables and stirring before adding liquids.
What liquids are required for the creamy sauce?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of milk, 1 cup of chicken broth, 2 tablespoons of sherry wine, and 1/4 cup of light cream.
Which herbs and seasonings provide the flavor profile?
The flavor comes from chopped parsley, paprika, poultry seasoning, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
How do I prepare the red pepper for this dish?
The red pepper should be cubed and sautéed in a separate small skillet with butter until tender before being added to the main mixture.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 7.5 grams of fat per serving.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each serving provides 12.5 grams of protein.
What are the carbohydrate levels for this recipe?
The recipe contains 12.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How long does it take to cook the chicken and aromatics?
The chicken, onion, garlic, and celery should be cooked for about 8 minutes until the chicken is golden brown.
How long should the sauce simmer once the liquids are added?
The sauce should cook and be stirred occasionally for 7 to 10 minutes until it reaches your desired thickness.
What are the recommended serving suggestions?
It is delicious served over flaky pastry patty shells, fluffy rice, or toasted bread.
What type of oil is used for cooking?
The recipe uses 4 teaspoons of olive oil.
Is there a specific way to finish the sauce?
Yes, at the end of cooking, you stir in the sautéed red pepper and the light cream until fully incorporated for a richer texture.
How much chicken is required?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 lbs of boneless chicken breasts.
Is this recipe considered a one-pot meal?
While it primarily uses one large 12-inch skillet, a second small skillet is used for sautéing the red peppers, making it nearly a one-pot meal.
Can I substitute the sherry wine?
The recipe uses sherry for flavor, but you could likely substitute additional chicken broth if you prefer to cook without alcohol.
What is the preparation time for the celery?
You should use 1 cup of chopped celery, which is added during the initial cooking stage.
What kind of cream is used?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of light cream for a richer sauce.
Is the garlic crushed or minced?
The recipe calls for 2 crushed garlic cloves.
How much paprika is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of paprika for seasoning.
Is rosemary used in this dish?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of chopped rosemary is included for added flavor.
What type of onion is best?
The recipe calls for 1 small onion, chopped.
Is the sodium content provided?
The specific sodium content is not listed, as salt is added to taste.
Is this dish suitable for family dinners?
Absolutely, its savory flavors and flexible serving options make it an ideal choice for a family dinner.