Chicken Divan

Chicken Divan !?

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 lbs of chicken breast sliced crosswise into thin 1/2 inch pieces

6 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 bunch broccoli cut into bite size florets

2 tablespoons water

8 ounces white button mushrooms sliced

4 shallots sliced thin

1/4 cup flour

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1–2 pinches nutmeg

1 1/2 cups milk

1 cup chicken broth

2 cups shredded cheddar

1 cup shredded jack cheese

1/2 cup sour cream

Salt and pepper to taste

2 cups seasoned crouton (1 cup crushed to crumbs)

Optional: Cooked rice or egg noodles

INSTRUCTIONS:

In large skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook chicken in single layer; lightly browning on each side. Remove to plate. Repeat if necessary; working in batches. Set skillet aside.

Add broccoli and water to large microwavable bowl. Cover with wet paper towel and microwave for 2 1/2 minutes or until crispy tender. Drain well in colander.

In same skillet that you set aside melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and shallots. Cook until lightly browned; approximately 8-10 minutes. Sprinkle vegetables with flour, dried parsley and nutmeg; cook for 30 seconds stirring continuously. Slowly add milk and chicken broth alternating between the two and stirring continuously. Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking until thickened approximately 7-10 minutes; stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup cheddar, shredded jack cheese, sour cream and salt and pepper. Fold in chicken and well drained broccoli. Spoon into casserole dish.

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in medium microwavable bowl. Add croutons and remaining cheddar. Stir to coat. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 20 minutes. If desired serve over rice or noodles.