Beaman Family, Meats
1 10-oz. pkg. frozen broccoli spears ( or equiv. fresh)
2 boned chicken breasts, split (4 pieces)
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/3 c. mayonnaise
1/2 t. lemon juice
1/2 t. curry powder
1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 c. soft bread crumbs
2 T. melted butter
Cook broccoli in lightly salted water until nearly tender (still crunchy).
Drain.
Arrange in bottom of greased 1 1/2-qt. baking dish.
Simmer chicken in a little water 30 minutes, until tender.
Debone.
Arrange chicken pieces over broccoli.
Blend next 4 ingredients; spread over chicken.
Make bread crumbs in blender (better than purchased ones) Sprinkle over chicken.
Drizzle butter over casserole.
Sprinkle cheese to cover lightly.
Bake in 350° oven for 25 minutes, uncovered.
To serve 8, use 10 breast halves, 3 packages of broccoli spears and double the sauce mixture.
Use a 13x9x2 backing pan.
This dish is also delicious substituting turkey for the chicken, especially holiday leftover turkey (I use only white meat).
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