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21st century chicken a la king

Recipe by
barbara lentz
beulah, MI

Just like mom use to make only better

yield 3 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For 21st century chicken a la king

  • 2
    boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp
    oil
  • 6 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 1/2 c
    fresh mushrooms chopped
  • 1 md
    onion diced
  • 4 clove
    garlic minced
  • 1/2 c
    dry white wine
  • 1 c
    veal stock can use chicken stock but veal stock gives it a richer flavor
  • 1 c
    half and half
  • 2 Tbsp
    creme fraiche
  • 1 Tbsp
    white wine vinegar
  • 1 c
    frozen peas
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pkg
    frozen puff pastry shells

How To Make 21st century chicken a la king

  • 1
    Bake the puff pastry shells as directed on package. Place oil in large saucepan. Slice chicken into small pieces season with salt and pepper and cook chicken in oil until almost done. remove with slotted spoon and set aside.
  • 2
    Add butter to saucepan and let melt. Saute the mushrooms, onions, and garlic until softened. Add the wine and let most evaporate. Stir in the flour.
  • 3
    Slowly add the veal stock whisking constantly. Add the heavy cream and continue to whisk. Once well incorporated add the creme fraiche and vinegar. Stir in the peas. Add the chicken back to pan. Heat through.
  • 4
    Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove the top from baked puff pastry and spoon the chicken mixture inside the pastry letting it run out onto the plate.

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