Recipe of the month – Chicken a la King

For a variety of reasons many of us are experiencing fatigue, which can lead to unhealthy food choices. Chicken a la King.

Donors to Calgary Health Foundation support the South Health Campus Wellness Kitchen, which is hosting a virtual class for Eating Well When Fatigued. Led by registered dietitians and an occupational therapist, the class includes cooking demonstrations and recipes!

• 1 tbsp. oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2-3 stalks celery, chopped
• 2-3 tbsp. butter
• ½ cup flour
• ½ tsp salt
• Pepper to taste
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth, low sodium
• 2 cups rotisserie chicken, chopped
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Sauté onion and celery until starting to soften (about 3 minutes)
3. Add butter. Stir until melted
4. Add flour, salt and pepper. Stir just until flour starts to brown
5. Slowly stir in milk and ~1 cup of broth. Stir until it thickens. Add the remaining broth until desired texture.
6. Stir in chicken and vegetables until heated
7. Serve with a whole wheat roll or noodles.