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Crock Pot Chicken a la King is an easy slow cooker chicken dinner recipe loaded with chunks of chicken, bell peppers, mushrooms, peas, carrots and pimentos all in a creamy sauce that can be served over biscuits, rice or noodles.

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Crock Pot Chicken a la King is a classic comfort dish the whole family will love.

This hearty slow cooker chicken and vegetable dish is perfect for cold weather.

This chicken a la king recipe takes about twenty minutes of prep time and then four hours of slow cooking time on LOW.

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don’t miss out on any important tips and tricks!

To make this creamy slow cooker chicken, I started by cutting some boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite sized pieces.

I placed the chicken pieces in the bottom of my Crock Pot.

I added some diced onions, diced red and green bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and minced garlic to the pot.

I placed small squares of butter on top of the ingredients in the pot.

I poured some cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, thyme, parsley, salt and pepper into a mixing bowl.

I stirred all of the ingredients together well.

I poured the creamy soup mixture over the ingredients in the Crock Pot.

I stirred the ingredients in the Crock Pot together.

Then I placed the lid on the pot and set it to cook on LOW.

After about three and a half hours I removed the lid.

I added some frozen peas, carrots and diced pimentos to the pot.

I stirred well.

I returned the lid to the pot and left the dish to continue cooking on low for an additional thirty minutes.

Then the creamy chicken a la king was ready to serve.

I chose to serve my slow cooker chicken a la king over fresh baked biscuits.

You could also serve this creamy chicken over cooked noodles or rice.

This chicken a la king recipe offers a convenient way to enjoy a hearty and flavorful meal with minimal hands-on time.

The rich flavors meld together, creating a dish that’s both comforting and indulgent.

Feel free to customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.

If you are looking for an easy slow cooker chicken dinner recipe, then you need to try this Crock Pot Chicken a la King!

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PRINTABLE VERSION OF THE RECIPE CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Crock Pot Chicken a la King:

• 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• ½ cup onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
• ½ cup green bell pepper, diced
• ½ cup mushrooms, sliced (fresh or canned, as per your preference)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup butter, sliced
• 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom or chicken soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ cup frozen peas
• ½ cup frozen carrots
• ¼ cup diced pimientos (from a jar)
• Fresh chopped parsley for serving

How to Make Crock Pot Chicken a la King:

1. In the crockpot, place the boneless, skinless chicken pieces, chopped onion, diced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic.
2. Slice the butter into small pieces and spread them over the chicken.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Pour the chicken broth and cream mixture over all the other ingredients in the crockpot and mix well.
5. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, and the flavors have melded together. Stir halfway through if able.
6. About 30 minutes before serving, add the frozen peas, frozen carrots, and diced pimientos to the crockpot. Stir them into the mixture.
7. Continue cooking on low for the remaining 30 minutes.
8. Before serving, taste the Chicken à la King and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
9. Serve your Chicken à la King over cooked pasta, biscuits, or rice depending on your preference. Enjoy!

FAQS:

How should I store the leftovers?

The leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. 

Can I use a different meat?

Yes, you can substitute chicken with turkey, beef, or even seafood like shrimp or scallops. Keep in mind that cooking times may vary with a different meat.

What if my sauce is too thick/thin?

Adjust the consistency by adding more chicken broth to thin it or additional cream to thicken it.

Do I need to cook the chicken beforehand?

No, it’s not necessary. Cooking the chicken in the crockpot is a convenient option.

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