{"id":"9193e3b6-24eb-48a7-8851-a095fd0d02a9","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/9193e3b6-24eb-48a7-8851-a095fd0d02a9","source_url":"https://themodernproper.com/chicken-a-la-king","title":"Chicken à la King","description":"A cozy, creamy take on the classic Chicken à la King with tender chicken, savory mushrooms, peas & pimentos in a rich white-wine cream sauce — perfect for weeknights. Simple, comforting, and irresistible.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT35M","total_time":"PT55M","image_url":"https://images.themodernproper.com/production/posts/ChickenalaKing_13.jpg?w=960&h=540&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1713883779&s=229ce6ff39ebd926a5fe10cb5f7486ba","ingredients":[{"text":"2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil","item":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch pieces","item":"boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces","quantity":1.5,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"1 teaspoon kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"6 tablespoons salted butter","item":"salted butter","quantity":6,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced","item":"cremini mushrooms","quantity":8,"unit":"oz","preparation":"sliced"},{"text":"1 small yellow onion, diced","item":"small yellow onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"diced"},{"text":"4 cloves garlic, minced","item":"garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"½ cup dry white wine, such as sauvignon blanc","item":"dry white wine, such as sauvignon blanc","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"½ cup all-purpose flour","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 cups chicken stock","item":"chicken stock","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1½ cups whole milk","item":"whole milk","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 teaspoon chicken bouillon","item":"chicken bouillon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for serving","item":"freshly cracked black pepper","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"plus more for serving"},{"text":"1 teaspoon onion powder","item":"onion powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme","item":"minced fresh thyme","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"¾ cup frozen peas","item":"frozen peas","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 (4 ounce) jar pimentos, drained","item":"pimentos","quantity":1,"unit":"jar","preparation":"drained","metric_alternate":{"quantity":4,"unit":"oz"}},{"text":"Onion Chive Biscuits, for serving (optional)","item":"Onion Chive Biscuits, for serving","preparation":"optional"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the chicken in a single layer. Season with the salt and cook, undisturbed, until the chicken is browned, about 4 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, 4 to 5 minutes more. Transfer to a plate."},{"number":2,"text":"Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once the butter has melted, add the mushrooms and onion. Cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add the white wine and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, until the wine has reduced by half, about 3 minutes."},{"number":3,"text":"Sprinkle the mixture with flour and stir to combine. Slowly stir in the chicken broth and whole milk until fully combined. Add the chicken bouillon, pepper, onion powder, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the sauce has thickened, about 4 minutes."},{"number":4,"text":"Return the chicken to the saucepan along with peas and pimentos. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the peas are tender, about 4 minutes."},{"number":5,"text":"Divide among six plates and top with pepper. Serve with biscuits on the side, if using."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:59:10.932678+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:59:10.932678+00:00"}