Creamy Turkey a la King with Buttermilk Biscuits

Name: Creamy Turkey a la King with Buttermilk Biscuits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or cubed; 2 tablespoons butter; 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup flour; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup half and half; 1/2 cup frozen sweet peas; 2 tablespoons pimentos, drained; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Baked biscuits for serving

This comforting one skillet meal is the perfect way to turn leftover turkey into a rich and savory dinner.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· September 2, 2026

Creamy Turkey a la King with Buttermilk Biscuits

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about a creamy, savory skillet meal. This turkey a la king is a family favorite because it feels like a cozy hug in a bowl, and it is a wonderful way to use up holiday leftovers without feeling like you are eating the same meal twice.

I love serving this right out of the pan over warm biscuits. If you do not have biscuits on hand, it is just as delicious served over a bed of fluffy rice, buttered noodles, or even a simple piece of crunchy toast.

🧺 Ingredients

2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or cubed
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup half and half
1/2 cup frozen sweet peas
2 tablespoons pimentos, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Baked biscuits for serving

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the sliced mushrooms and diced bell pepper to the pan. Cook them for about five minutes until they are soft.
3
Stir the flour into the vegetables and cook for one minute to remove the raw flour taste.
4
Slowly pour in the chicken broth and half and half, stirring constantly to make sure the sauce stays smooth.
5
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for a few minutes until it thickens nicely.
6
Stir in the cooked turkey, frozen peas, and pimentos. Cook for another three to five minutes until everything is heated through.
7
Season with salt and pepper to your liking and serve hot over your favorite warm biscuits.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the sauce gets too thick in the fridge, just add a splash of broth when you reheat it on the stove.

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