French Chicken/Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients

  • Sauce:
  • 1 lb. fresh broccoli, sliced in spears and steamed 2 minutes OR 3 pkgs. (10 oz. ea.) frozen broccoli spears, thawed
  • 3 to 4 cups cooked chicken, skinned, boned and cut into large pieces
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch, dissolved in 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth or white wine
  • 1/4 t. salt
  • 1/4 t. pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 jar (2 oz.) diced pimiento
  • 1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In a greased 13x9x2” baking dish, layer the broccoli spears and chicken pieces alternately. Set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine melted butter, dissolved cornstarch, broth, seasonings, milk and pimientos. Cook until thickened. Add cheese; stir until melted. Pour warm sauce over top of chicken and broccoli layers. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until bubbly.