Turkey à la King with Biscuits

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Turkey à la King with Biscuits is a classic American comfort food dish featuring diced turkey in a rich, creamy sauce with vegetables like peas, carrots, and mushrooms, typically served over or with freshly baked biscuits. It's a hearty, one-pot style meal that originated in the early 20th century, often using leftover turkey to create a satisfying dinner.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the turkey and dairy, moderate in fat from the creamy sauce and biscuits, and provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy. A typical serving offers key nutrients like calcium, vitamin A, and B vitamins, with a calorie range of approximately 450-550 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	500 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	25 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	850 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Vitamin A	300 mcg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Selenium	22 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) of turkey mixture with 1 medium biscuit · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Turkey à la King is a prime example of 'leftover alchemy' in American cooking, transforming holiday turkey into a new, elegant meal. Nutritionally, it combines complete animal protein with vegetable fiber and dairy calcium, making it a well-rounded, if indulgent, comfort dish.