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Creamy Chicken a La King with Pasta for Busy Weeknights
Creamy Chicken a La King Pasta with Bell Peppers and Mushrooms
Sometimes you just need a meal that’s cozy, creamy, and doesn’t keep you in the kitchen all night. That’s where Chicken a La King with Pasta comes in. It’s rich, packed with flavor, and still simple enough to throw together on a busy weeknight. You’ve got tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and a silky sauce that coats every bite of pasta.
Why You’ll Love and Enjoy Chicken a La King with Pasta
- It’s quick – on the table in about 30 minutes.
- A one-pan dinner that saves on cleanup.
- Comfort food with a lighter twist (lots of veggies tucked in).
- Perfect for family meals or easy leftovers.
Creamy Chicken a La King with Pasta is a quick and comforting one-pan dinner packed with chicken, peppers, and mushrooms. A family-friendly recipe ready in 30 minutes.
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Chicken A La King with Pasta Comfort Food Dinner
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Poultry Recipes
- Method: Easy
Description
Creamy Chicken A La King with Pasta made simple, perfect for tonight’s dinner. Try it out and share your favorite pasta add-ins.
Ingredients
- 500g chicken fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp oil (olive or canola)
- 1 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 100g button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne or fusilli work well)
- 500ml milk
- 1 packet Knorr Chicken A La King mix
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or grated cheese, optional, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the oil and sauté the onion until golden.
- Add the chicken, mushrooms, and peppers.
- Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring now and then, until the chicken is just cooked through.
- Pour in the milk and stir in the contents of the Knorr packet. Let it come up to a gentle boil.
- Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for about 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with parsley or cheese if you like, and serve hot.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Joy
This creamy chicken a La King with Pasta is packed with tender chicken, mushrooms, and colorful bell peppers. A one-pan weeknight dinner that’s hearty, simple, and ready in 30 minutes.
Chicken a La King with Pasta is a creamy, colorful, and satisfying meal that’s simple to make in one pan. With tender chicken, fresh peppers, and mushrooms in a rich sauce, it’s an easy comfort dish that’s ready in about 30 minutes and perfect for busy nights.
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