Chicken Divan

Prep Steps

• 1 large bunch broccoli into bite-size florets {do:cut}
• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-size strips {do:slice}
• 1 1/4 cups sharp cheddar cheese {do:shred}
• 1 cup Ritz crackers {do:crush}
• 1/4 cup butter {do:melt}

The Broccoli & Chicken

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add...

• 1 large bunch broccoli, cut into bite-size florets

Boil until bright green and tender-crisp, 2–3 minutes. Drain well and set aside.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat...

• 1 tbsp olive oil

Season with salt and pepper, add and sauté until lightly browned and cooked through...

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into bite-size strips

Set aside.

The Curry Mornay Sauce

In the same skillet over medium heat, melt together and whisk 1 minute to cook off the raw taste...

• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

Slowly whisk in until smooth, then simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes...

• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup whole milk

Turn the heat to low and whisk in until melted and velvety...

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tbsp curry powder
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

The Crust & Finish

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer the chicken and broccoli, then pour the warm sauce evenly over the top. Scatter over the sauce...

• 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Note: Panko breadcrumbs work in place of the Ritz crackers.

Bake until the edges bubble and the crust is deep golden brown, 20–25 minutes. Serve hot.