1-Getting started with Chicken A La King: begins with prepping your ingredients for smooth cooking. First, season the 454 grams of chicken breast with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot and sear the chicken for 3 minutes per side, then let it rest and dice it into bite-sized pieces.

2-Next, deglaze the pot with 1/4 cup of dry white wine, scraping up any bits for extra flavor. Add the 225 grams of sliced baby bella mushrooms, 1 medium diced yellow onion, and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing until they soften and release their aromas. This step builds the base of your dish, infusing it with savory notes.

3-Now, add 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of flour to the pot, stirring to form a roux. Cook this for about 2 minutes to remove any raw taste, creating a thickener for the sauce. Gradually pour in 1 1/2 cups of half and half, 1 cup of chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of hot sauce, and 1 chicken bouillon cube, along with the seasonings: 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground sage, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.

4-Bringing It All Together: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for rich flavor development. Return the diced chicken to the pot and cook for 10 minutes, letting the ingredients meld. Finally, stir in 1/2 cup of peas and 1/4 cup of drained pimentos, simmering for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking.

5-Serve this warm over egg noodles, rice, biscuits, or puff pastry for a complete meal. If you’re looking for more chicken ideas, check out our easy chicken spaghetti recipe for another quick favorite. The total time is about 1 hour, yielding six servings that are both filling and nutritious.