Chicken Rice Divan Bake

Step 1

Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain well.

Step 2

Arrange broccoli in 13x9x2-inch baking dish.

Step 3

Sprinkle with half the cheese; top with cubed chicken.

Step 4

Season with salt and pepper; spoon on the cooked rice.

Step 5

In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat.

Step 6

Blend in flour; stirring a minute or until flour turns slightly golden, add milk.

Step 7

Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until mixture thickens and bubbles.

Step 8

Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and fold in the sour cream.

Step 9

Pour over chicken.

Step 10

Bake covered at 400' for 15- 20 minutes.

Step 11

Remove foil sprinkle with remaining chees and bake another 5 minutes.