CHICKEN DIVAN

Photo:  Walter and Vivian Troyer are the second couple from the left in Lisa Eissler Best's wedding photo, above; Walter was John's Dad's brother. Pictured left to right: Don and Margaret Eissler, Walter and Vivian Troyer, Ann Zaries, Mr. and Mrs. Steve (Lisa Eissler) Best, Dorothy and Hollie Crowe, David Eissler.

Today's recipe, Chicken Divan, is from Kristie Stafford. This is a recipe that Kristie's (and Kim Dowell's) Mom, Vivian Troyer, made and everyone enjoyed.  

CHICKEN DIVAN (Mama's Recipe)

From Kristie Stafford (daughter of Vivian Troyer)

2 10 oz. pkg. frozen broccoli

2 c. sliced chicken or 3 chicken breasts, boned

2 cans condensed chicken soup

1 c. mayonnaise 

1 tsp. lemon juice 

1/2 tsp. curry powder or more 

1/2 c. soft bread crumbs

1/2 c. shredded sharp cheese

1 tbls. butter, melted

Cook broccoli until tender, drain. Arrange in greased baking dish. Place chicken on top. Combine soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and curry and pour over top. Sprinkle with cheese and buttered crumbs. Bake at 350 for 45 min. (Trim with pimentos)