Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King Recipe

Craving a creamy, comforting, yet healthy weeknight meal? Joanna Lund's Chicken à la King, adapted from her cookbook "Cooking Healthy Across America," is your answer! This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare – perfect for busy weeknights. Using pre-cooked and shredded chicken speeds up the process, leaving you with a delicious dish in under 30 minutes. Serve this creamy delight over Texas toast, egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal. A customizable classic, easily adjusted to your family's preferences!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 226.2 kcal

Protein 52g

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Ingredients for Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King

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How to Make Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King

In a large skillet (12-inch), melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add 1/2 cup of chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups of chicken gravy (can substitute homemade or low sodium).
Add 3/4 cup of frozen peas (or more, to taste).
Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped pimiento (drained).
Add 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, 1/2 teaspoon dried sage, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Gently stir in 2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken.
Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Reduce heat to low and stir in 1/2 cup of sour cream.
Simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until heated through and slightly thickened, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately over your favorite side dish – Texas toast is recommended!
Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King?

Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King?

Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King has approximately 226.2 calories per serving, with about 52 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King?

The key ingredients for Joanna Lund's Classic Chicken A La King are Fat Free Chicken Gravy, Frozen Peas, Chopped Pimiento, Ground Sage, Dried Parsley Flakes, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.