Slow Cooker Chicken A La King Recipe - Freezer Meal (2024)

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I have another amazing freezer meal recipe to share with you which has been sponsored by Frigidaire Gallery®.

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It’s called Chicken A La King, baby. Not only is it my newest freezer meal creation, but it’s also really delicious! Creamy, rich mushroom based gravy poured over toasted french bread makes me feel all warm and giddy when eating.

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Plus it’s a slow cooker meal which makes it even better. Slow cooker = dinner cooking while I get other things done which = one happy mama.

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Freezer meals are the best, aren’t they? And I’m a little bit spoiled. Because I have the Frigidaire Gallery® All Freezer right in my kitchen so all those freezer meals are just a few steps away. I have been there, done that with smaller box freezers, and they are fine if it’s what you have. That’s what I used for my freezer cooking for years and years. But when you love freezer meal cooking as much as I do you want to make more and more at once to save time and money. So having this big freezer allows me to make a ton of freezer meals for my family and enjoy the days when I can just grab a meal from the freezer, toss it in the oven and set the timer for a healthy delicious dinner an hour or so later. If you are big into freezer cooking, or are looking for a new appliance I would recommend the Frigidaire Gallery® All Freezer and Frigidaire Gallery® All Refrigerator set as they not only are big, spacious and help with keeping organized, but they can give you the built in look for a lot less than those expensive commercial sets.

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This Chicken A La King freezer meal is so easy to make. Here are the directions and printable recipe.

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Freezer Slow Cooker Chicken A La King

Published By Karrie

Servings 6

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 hours hrs

Total Time 3 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Chicken A La King is a simple slow cooker meal and really delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb Chicken breast cut into 1 inch chunks
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh Mushrooms sliced...or (if you have a family like mine where everyone hates the texture of mushrooms) 1 Oz. Dried shiitake mushrooms, powdered in a food processor
  • 3 Tbsp Diced Pimentos
  • 1/2 cup Onion pureed
  • 1 tsp Garlic minced
  • 1 Large Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1/4 cup cooking Sherry optional
  • 2 Stalks of Celery diced
  • 1 Tbsp Parsley
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 pinch Cayenne
  • 1 Gallon sized freezer safe bag

Day of cooking ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Corn Starch
  • 1 cup Cold Milk
  • 2 tbsp Minced Chives optional

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients listed above, except for the corn starch, milk, and chives, into a Gallon Freezer Bag, remove all air, seal, label and freeze flat.

  • When ready to cook, remove from freezer day before and allow to defrost in the fridge.

  • 4 hours before dinner; place all ingredients from the bag into the slow cooker. Set to high. Cover, and walk away.

  • Check the chicken around 2-3 hours after cooking. If chicken is cooked through continue to step 5.

  • Whisk the milk and corn starch together, and slowly stir into the slow cooker. Cover, let cook another 30 minutes, or until Chicken Ala King is thick and creamy and ready to serve. Note: ONLY add this cornstarch mixture 30 minutes before you are ready to eat it, if you leave the cornstarch in for over 30 minutes it may separate and make for less smooth looking gravy.

  • Top with fresh parsley or chives, serve over starch of choice. Enjoy!

Notes

Chicken Ala King is quite versatile. It can be served over Rice, Toasted French Bread Slices, Homemade Biscuits, or *Noodles.

*If you want to make this an easy noodle dish, add 1 ½ cups of water to your gallon bag before freezing. Then add 8 oz. of your favorite noodles (I used egg noodles) when you add the milk and cornstarch. Cook until the noodles are done and the dish is creamy and beautiful. Serve in bowls for easy cleanup!

Nutrition

Serving: 86g | Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 420mg | Potassium: 540mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1120IU | Vitamin C: 35.3mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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About Karrie

Food is my love language. But so is saving money. So I like to combine the two a lot and make thrifty make ahead and freeze meals to save time. Because life is busy, and freezer meals can come to the rescue for all of us. And yes, they actually CAN taste good. Read more...

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    Comments & Reviews

  1. Michelle says

    How about cooking on low?

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  2. Ana gonzles says

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    Hi! I have not tried freezer meals before so I have lots of questions…if I want to add veggies to this recipe like broccoli, cauli flower or carrots, at what point should I add them? Is it the same time I add the cornstarch and milk? Thanks a lot..

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    • Karrie says

      If you want to add those veggies, I would do it at the beginning so they have time to cook. The cornstarch just makes it a nice gravy at the end.

      Reply

  3. Iris says

    Would it be possible to cook the meal and then freeze it?

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    • Karrie says

      You could certainly try that! 🙂 But for the best taste and flavor I would suggest freezing and cooking day of.

      Reply

  4. Mandy Keating says

    Hi, Karrie– this looks SO good! But I have a question: can this be done on low for 10 hrs, or will that mess up the consistency?

    Reply

    • Karrie says

      Well it can be done, however the chicken may be a teeny bit overdone and the peppers will be almost mush but it will be edible! Just not as pretty. 🙂

      Reply

  5. Susan Hatch says

    Karrie, I have really enjoyed your recipes. Their some of my favorites. I am going to try the slow cooker chicken Al la king. Thank you Susan ? ,

    Reply

Slow Cooker Chicken A La King Recipe - Freezer Meal (2024)

FAQs

Can you freeze meals from a slow cooker? ›

A dump bag is where you prepare all (or most) of the ingredients for a slow cooker meal, then: Put it into a freezer container. Label and freeze until you want to cook it.

How long do crockpot freezer meals last? ›

To save time, using pre-cut fresh vegetables or frozen vegetables is a great option. A vegetable chopper is also handy. Q11: How long can slow cooker meals be stored in the freezer? They can be stored in a standard fridge/freezer combo for at least three months.

Do you have to thaw freezer crockpot meals? ›

Always thaw the freezer meal first before adding it to the slow cooker… this is important for food safety.

Can you cook frozen chicken in a slow cooker? ›

Cooking meat in a slow cooker while still frozen is not recommended as it takes a long time for the meat to reach cooking temperature. This increases the chance of food-borne illnesses. It is alway recommended to defrost meat in the fridge before cooking it in the slow cooker.

How do you freeze fully cooked meals? ›

Using containers: Divide cooled leftovers among plastic containers, leaving enough room at the top for swelling. Cover with plastic wrap (this helps prevent freezer burner), then the lid. Label and date top and side of container. Using sealable bags: Place sealable place in a bowl to help stabilise.

What is the best way to freeze cooked meals? ›

Freeze large batch recipes in smaller, sensibly-portioned containers for easy cooling, freezing and defrosting. Use bags to save space. Freeze soups, sauces and other leftovers in reseable bags, then lay flat until frozen. These flat, frozen sheets can be stacked horizontally or vertically to maximize storage capacity.

How to batch cook and freeze meals? ›

Cool the food quickly after cooking and before freezing. One way of doing this is to split the food out into smaller portions. One of the simplest ways to approach batch cooking is to make one base recipe which can be adapted into different dishes.

How far ahead should I be to make freezer meals? ›

Ideally, start making freezer meals 2-3 months before your due date so you have plenty of time for prep. This will also give you extra breathing room if the baby arrives earlier than expected!

What meals freeze well? ›

Soups, stews, lasagna, empanadas, and pie dough are some of our favorites to freeze—check out more ideas below.

What happens if you cook frozen food without defrosting? ›

If food is still frozen or partially frozen, it will take longer to cook. The outside of the food could be cooked, but the centre might not be, which means it could contain harmful bacteria.

What happens if you let a frozen meal thaw? ›

The bottom line is this: bacteria do not grow on frozen food, BUT as soon as the temperature reaches 40 degrees, it comes out of hibernation and can start multiplying again. Gross right? This is why we do not usually recommend thawing your freezer meals on the counter or running them under hot water.

Can you reheat frozen meals in a slow cooker? ›

But slow cookers are not without their limits, so it is important to know that one of the things they cannot and should not do is heat up frozen food.

Can you cook frozen chicken in crockpot without thawing? ›

It is best to thaw meat or poultry before putting it into a slow cooker. Frozen pieces will take longer to reach a safe internal temperature and could possibly result in foodborne illness. Frozen or partially frozen foods can also cool everything else in the slow cooker.

How long can you put frozen chicken in a slow cooker? ›

"Sounds hard to believe, but it is possible to put a whole frozen chicken in the crock pot and have dinner in about 7-8 hours.

Can you put frozen chicken in the crockpot for 4 hours? ›

When cooking frozen boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a slow cooker on the high setting, it typically takes around 4 to 6 hours. Slow cookers vary in temperature, so it's essential to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

How do you store food after a slow cooker? ›

Cool properly.

Do not leave cooked food to cool down in the crock. Eat immediately or place leftovers in shallow containers and refrigerate.

Can you put food from slow cooker to to the fridge? ›

One of the best parts of your slow-cooked meal is the leftovers. But make sure you are storing them safely and eating them in a timely manner to reduce your risk of food poisoning. Store leftovers in shallow containers and refrigerate within two hours of removing from the pot.

How long do slow cooker meals last? ›

It really depends on what it is, but for answer's sake, I would say 3–5 days. Meat (chicken, fish, beef, pork, etc.) is best eaten within 3 days of cooking. After 3 days, it will more than likely be fine to eat, but will lose the freshness and flavor. I would not eat anything past 5 days, no matter what it was.

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