Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Meal Fit for a King

This is one of my favorite dishes. Chicken a la King, not to be confused in any way with King Ranch Chicken. They are totally different. This really does come together quick and it is one of the best comfort foods. It's the dinner version of biscuits and gravy.
Chicken a la King
5 biscuits
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup of milk
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
2 tbsp. diced pimientos
Ok, here is how to get it done quick.
Preheat oven to biscuit baking temp. on biscuit package. Heat butter on low heat in large skillet. Chop celery and onion; add to skillet and turn heat to medium. Cook biscuits when oven is done preheating. While onion and celery are cooking, measure out flour and salt. Also measure out broth and milk. When onions and celery are crisp-tender, stir in flour and salt till blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and pimientos. Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes (until heated through). Serve over split biscuits.
Notes: umm..umm..good

2 comments:

Glenna said...

I like chicken a la king too but haven't made it in a while. Thanks for reminding me...yum...dinner tomorrow? :-)

Jessica said...

If you wanna try those carrots, cut them thicker and try roasting them for just 20 minutes. That ought to give you a more substantial texture.