Creamed Chicken Toppers
Transform your mealtime with these rich, comforting Creamed Chicken Toppers, a versatile recipe perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender shredded chicken enveloped in a velvety sauce made from butter, flour, chicken broth, and a splash of heavy cream, this creamy concoction is seasoned to perfection with hints of garlic, onion, and black pepper. Served over your choice of toast, flaky biscuits, or golden puff pastry shells, this dish is both hearty and elegant, making it as suitable for a quick family dinner as it is for entertaining guests. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet flavorful recipe is a must-try for fans of creamy comfort food. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, these toppers are guaranteed to leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Toast, biscuits, or puff pastry shells
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden and bubbly.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Stir in the cooked chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated in the creamy sauce. Continue to heat for 3-4 minutes, or until the chicken is warmed through.
While the chicken mixture is heating, prepare your base (toast, biscuits, or puff pastry shells) by toasting or warming them as needed.
Spoon the creamed chicken mixture generously onto the prepared base.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.0 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.0 g | 365% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 3541 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 169.9 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1851 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
