Best 10 Chicken A La King Casserole Recipes

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**Chicken à la King Casserole: A Creamy, Savory Dish Fit for Royalty**

Indulge in the timeless classic, Chicken à la King Casserole, a delectable dish that exudes elegance and comfort. This culinary masterpiece features tender chicken enveloped in a velvety sauce, complemented by mushrooms, bell peppers, and a hint of sherry. Served over a bed of fluffy rice or crispy toast, this casserole promises a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every palate, from the traditional to the modern, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Whether you prefer a classic cream-based sauce or a lighter version with Greek yogurt, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process. Prepare to relish this iconic dish that has captivated hearts for generations.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC CHICKEN A LA KING



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Classic Chicken a la King is rich and creamy and made from scratch. This easy dinner recipe is great served over rice, pasta, toast, or biscuits!

Provided by Rachel (The Stay At Home Chef)

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup salted butter
8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups milk
2 egg yolks
1/3 cup heavy creamy
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup chopped drained pimientos
4 cups chopped cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add in mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in flour and stir until there are no more specks of flour left. Pour in chicken broth and milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce is thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • For a richer sauce: in a small mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks with heavy cream. Working quickly, slowly pour in 1/2 cup of the hot mixture into the egg mixture while whisking vigorously. Immediately pour this mixture back into the saucepan, whisking the entire time. Cook 2 minutes more.
  • Stir in frozen peas, drained pimientos, and cooked chicken and let heat through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve hot over cooked rice, pasta, toast, or biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Sodium 488 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEF JOHN'S CHICKEN A LA KING



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Chicken à la King is one of my favorite classic comfort foods. This recipe is easy to adapt--you can make it thicker or thinner by changing the amount of roux and having a little extra stock on hand. Usually I make this with leftovers from a large roasted chicken. Serve over pasta, toast, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ pound sliced mushrooms
2 large shallots, minced
1 cup diced sweet bell peppers
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup dry sherry
3 ½ cups chicken stock or broth
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
⅓ cup creme fraiche or heavy cream
4 cups cubed roasted chicken
Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and salt. Saute until mushrooms release their moisture. Continue cooking until moisture evaporates and mushrooms begin to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add shallots; cook and stir just until shallots soften, 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir in flour to coat the mushrooms; cook until flour begins to turn golden, about 5 minutes, to form roux. Add peppers; cook and stir about 1 minute. Pour in sherry wine; allow to sizzle about 30 seconds. Stir in stock. Raise heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. When it starts to bubble, reduce heat to medium-low and cook until slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes stirring occasionally. Add nutmeg and cayenne pepper.
  • Stir in thyme, parsley, cream, and chicken. Reduce heat to low and cook until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes. Check seasonings and adjust as needed. Top each serving with some chopped fresh chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 178.6 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 832.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHICKEN A LA KING I



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Easy and elegant chicken dish. It's a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey. Green pepper and red pimientos make this a pretty dish to serve at Christmas or anytime. Serve over cooked rice, toast, or noodles. Can be made ahead and reheated.

Provided by Colleen B. Smith

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained, liquid reserved
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
1 ½ cups milk
1 ¼ cups hot water
4 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
4 ounces chopped pimento

Steps:

  • Cook and stir drained mushrooms and green pepper in butter or margarine over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Blend in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbly. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in instant bouillon, milk, water, and reserved mushroom liquid. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken and pimiento. Heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 86.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 733.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

EASY A LA KING BISCUIT CASSEROLE



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An A La King mixture including cubed chicken, peas, mushrooms, bell pepper and broth is poured into a casserole dish and baked with biscuits on top. Classic A La King goes casserole!

Provided by sal

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter, melted
⅛ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups cubed skinless, boneless chicken breast meat
1 ½ cups green peas
1 ½ cups canned mushrooms, drained
1 cup cooked, sliced carrots
½ onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 (16 ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuits

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; stir in flour, then pour in broth and let thicken, stirring. Add chicken, peas, mushrooms, carrots, onion and bell pepper. Mix together and bring to a boil.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pour chicken mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place refrigerated biscuits over top and bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until biscuits are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 906.2 mg, Sugar 8 g

CHICKEN à LA KING



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Chicken à la King has an unclear origin, but some very clear requirements and this recipe meets them all, including: chicken (of course), creamy sauce, pimientos and cooked vegetables. What you might not expect from this recipe is that it's actually a lighter meal, boasting extra veggies and coming in under 400 calories per serving.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (3 ounces)
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken or turkey
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
3 cups hot cooked rice or 12 slices toasted baguette

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook bell pepper and mushrooms in butter, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk and broth. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in chicken and pimientos; cook until hot. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 660 mg

KING RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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From what I hear, it's impossible to go to any sort of potluck in Texas and not see one of these.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 white onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 cooked chicken, torn into shreds or cut into chunks
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
10 corn tortillas, cut into quarters

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Saute onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper in hot oil until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
  • Combine onion-pepper mixture, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, sour cream, cumin, ancho chile powder, oregano, and chipotle chile powder together in a large bowl and stir until sauce is well-combined.
  • Spread a few tablespoons of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread 1/2 the chicken over the sauce. Spread about half the sauce over the chicken and top with 1/3 the cheese. Spread a layer of tortillas over the cheese. Spread remaining 1/2 the chicken over the tortillas, and top with almost all of the remaining sauce, reserving 1/2 cup sauce. Top with 1/3 the cheese, remaining tortillas, the reserved 1/2 cup sauce, and remaining 1/3 cheese.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 40 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to broil. Broil the casserole until top is golden, 2 to 3 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 890.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHICKEN A LA KING CASSEROLE WITH NOODLES



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The flavors of chicken a la king stand out in this chicken noodle casserole. The casserole is a quick and easy combination, a satisfying family meal.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons Kosher salt (plus more, to taste)
3 to 3 1/2 cups noodles (uncooked, about 6 ounces)
2 large ribs celery (diced)
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2/3 cup evaporated milk (or light cream)
1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimientos (drained)
2 cups chicken (cooked, diced)
1 cup/4 ounces cheddar cheese (shredded)
Optional: 1/2 cup slivered almonds (toasted)
1 cup soft fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Heat the oven to 375 F. Lightly butter a 2-quart baking dish or spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Put about 2 to 2 1/2 quarts of water in a large saucepan with 2 teaspoons of salt. Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the water to a boil. Add the noodles and reduce the heat to medium. Boil the noodles following the package directions.
  • Drain well and transfer them to a large bowl. Set aside.
  • In the same saucepan, combine the celery with the condensed soup and evaporated milk or light cream; simmer over low heat for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the pimientos, diced cooked chicken, and cheese. Continue cooking, stirring, until the cheese has melted.
  • Pour the sauce over the noodles and stir until well combined.
  • Spoon the chicken and noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with the toasted almonds, if using.
  • Combine the fresh breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Stir with a fork until the crumbs are well coated with butter.
  • Sprinkle the crumbs evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the breadcrumb topping is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 989 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 24 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHICKEN A LA KING CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chicken a la King casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim19068

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces uncoked wide egg noodles
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2/3 cup evaporated milk
6 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, cooked
1 cup celery
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
1/4 cup almonds, slivered

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to direction.
  • Meanwhile in a large saucepan,combine soup and milk.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and stir in cheese until melted.
  • Add the chicken,celery,pimientos.
  • Drain noodles,add to chicken mixture and mix well.
  • transfer to a shallow 2qt dish coated with non stick cooking spray.
  • Cover and bake at 400 for 20 minutes.
  • Toss bread crumbs and butter,sprinkle over the top.
  • Sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated though and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.8, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 49.9, Sodium 667.9, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 11.5

CHICKEN à LA KING



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Among the many stories regarding the origins of this dish, the one we deemed "most likely, and most likely to succeed" came to us in 1944. E. Clarke King of Dayton, Ohio, sent us "the original recipe," which he claimed had been invented by George Greenwald, head chef at New York's Brighton Beach Hotel, for his parents (who owned the hotel) in the early 1900s.

Categories     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Egg     Mushroom     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Bell Pepper     Parsley     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 3/4 cups chicken broth (14 fl oz)
1 1/2 lb skinless boneless chicken breast halves
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 each yellow, red, and orange bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/4 lb white mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons dry Sherry, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika (not hot)
6 (1/2-inch-thick) slices firm white sandwich bread (preferably Pullman), toasted
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Put broth and chicken in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan and bring just to a simmer over moderate heat, uncovered. Turn chicken over and gently poach at a bare simmer, uncovered, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes more.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Pour broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof 2-cup measure and reserve for sauce.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a 4- to 5-quart wide heavy pot over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then cook peppers, stirring, until softened (do not brown), 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer peppers to a bowl and stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Add onion and remaining 3 tablespoons butter to pot and cook over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add flour and remaining teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and reduce heat to low, then cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Whisk in 3/4 cup broth, then all of cream and mushrooms, and simmer until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together yolks, lemon juice, Sherry, and paprika in a small bowl. Whisk in 1/2 cup sauce, then stir yolk mixture back into sauce remaining in pot. Cook over low heat, stirring (do not simmer, or sauce will curdle), until sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and reserve.
  • Cut chicken crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices and add along with peppers to sauce, then cook over low heat (do not simmer, or sauce will curdle), stirring occasionally, until chicken and peppers are just heated through. Add more broth to thin if desired.
  • Spoon chicken à la king over toast on 6 plates, then sprinkle with parsley.

CASSEROLE CHICKEN A LA KING



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from the Better Homes and Gardens Casserole Cook Book 1967..7th printing...my daughters loved this meal growing up...i think it's why they love peas now...my oldest requested it from me recently...so this is for her. I love this because it's comfort food and quick to make...i started to use frozen peas and carrots mix & canned chicken for speed since i was a single mom...working long hours...but if i did roast chicken with veggies on sunday i could make this on monday after work quick too

Provided by pigtailone

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons chicken fat
3 tablespoons enriched flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, cut in pieces
1 cup peas, cooked or canned, drained
1 (3 ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained
2 medium carrots, cooked and cut in thirds
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 tablespoons pimentos, chopped (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (7 1/2 ounce) can refrigerated biscuits

Steps:

  • Melt butter; blend in flour. Gradually add broth. Cook and stir till thick. Add chicken, vegtables, and salt; heat to boiling. Pour into 1 1/2 quart casserole.
  • Make Biscut Snippets: With scissors, snip refrigerated biscuts into quarters; arrange in ring, rounded side down, atop HOT chicken.
  • Bake casserole at 425 degrees 8 to 10 minutes or until biscuts are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.2, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 60.3, Sodium 1113.6, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.3, Protein 21.2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts should be cooked until they are just cooked through, or they will become dry and tough.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick enough: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the chicken and vegetables without being too runny.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, texture, and flavor to the dish.
  • Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste until the dish is flavorful.
  • Serve the dish over rice or noodles: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken à la King Casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful vegetables, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Chicken à la King Casserole a try.

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