Description
A cozy and creamy classic dish made with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a velvety sauce, perfect for serving over puff pastry, toast, rice, or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place your skillet over medium heat and get ready with all ingredients chopped and measured.
- Combine Ingredients: Melt butter, then stir in onions, mushrooms, and peppers until just softened.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Sprinkle flour into the skillet, stirring until it forms a golden roux. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in cream, peas, and chicken, letting everything mingle into the sauce.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often, until creamy and slightly thickened.
- Finishing Touches: Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon over puff pastry, toast, or rice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use warm broth when making the sauce to prevent lumps.
- Stir constantly after adding flour for a smooth roux.
- Let the sauce rest a minute before serving, which helps it thicken naturally.
- Add a dash of nutmeg or thyme for extra flavor depth.
- Leftovers can be used to fill crepes, baked potatoes, or casseroles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg