Best 8 Makeover Chicken A La King Casserole Recipes

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Chicken à la King Casserole is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations. It is a creamy, savory casserole made with chicken, mushrooms, and vegetables, all enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a dinner party, Chicken à la King Casserole is sure to be a hit.

This article features two delicious recipes for Chicken à la King Casserole. The first recipe is a traditional version made with chicken, mushrooms, celery, and green bell pepper. The second recipe is a more modern take on the classic, featuring sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be prepared in under an hour.

So gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN A LA KING CASSEROLE



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This versatile recipe was given to me by my sister-in-law when I was a new bride 37 years ago. It has been enjoyed by our family and guests and at potluck suppers more times than I can count. Folks love the chicken and noodles in a delectable cheese sauce.-Eleanor McElroy, Kernersville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces uncooked wide egg noodles
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 ounces cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced green pepper
1/4 cup diced pimientos
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soup, milk and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add chicken, celery, green pepper and pimientos. , Drain noodles; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Transfer to a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 400° for 20 minutes. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and golden.

Nutrition Facts :

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors.
  • Make sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through.
  • Use a good quality white wine for the sauce.
  • Don't overcook the sauce, or it will become thick and gloopy.
  • Serve the chicken à la king casserole hot, over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Chicken à la king casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken à la king casserole that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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