Broccoli Chicken Divan
Ingredients:
1 cup bread crumbs
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
teaspoon salt
teaspoon pepper
cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350F 175C and let it warm up while you prepare the dish.
2. Prepare the Baking Dish:
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
3. Layer the Chicken and Broccoli:
In the greased dish, evenly arrange the cubed chicken and broccoli florets.
4. Make the Creamy Sauce:
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it bubbles.
Gradually add the chicken broth and milk while whisking continuously until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese until the sauce is creamy and cheese is melted.
5. Assemble the Dish:
Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken and broccoli in the dish.
6. Add the Crunchy Topping:
Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the sauce for added texture.
7. Bake to Perfection:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
8. Serve and Enjoy:
Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Dig in and savor your comforting Broccoli Chicken Divan!
Nutritional Information:
This dish serves approximately 6 people and contains about 350 calories per serving, with 30g of protein and 15g of fat.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes