FRENCH CHICKEN BROCOLLI SUPREME

FRENCH CHICKEN BROCOLLI SUPREME image

Provided by Debra Taylor

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb fresh broccoli break in pieces, and steam for 2 minutes.
3 c cooked chicken breasts -cubed
3 c grated cheddar cheese divided
2 pkg ritz crackers (sleeves)
1 stick melted butter
1 Tbsp poppy seeds (optional)
sauce
1/3 c butter- melted
1/4 c cornstarch, dissolved in 1/2 cup cold water
1/3 c cup chicken broth
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 c milk
1 1/2 c of the above cheddar cheese

Steps:

1. In greased 13×9 pan, layer the broccoli and chicken, then set aside
2. In saucepan over medium heat, combine the melted butter, cornstarch dissolved in water, chicken broth, seasonings, and milk. Stir well, and continue stirring until sauce has thickened.
3. Turn heat down to low, and add 1- 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese. Stir until melted. Pour over the chicken and broccoli. Top with 1- 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese.
4. Melt the butter, and add the poppy seeds, and stir well. Crush Ritz crackers in large zip-lock bag with a rolling pin. Don't crush too small. Add crumbs to the melted butter.
5. Sprinkle crumbs over the top of the grated cheese.
6. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes, or until hot & bubbly.