Charly's "EPIC" Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

Two weeks ago, during the peak of her Steroid use, Charlotte was given the okay for Costco Roasted Chicken. She was excited because that meant I would make her favorite - Chicken and Broccoli casserole. By the sound of her rhapsodizing , this casserole had grown to be an epic desire of hers, even more than a Big Mac.

I prepared the casserole and Charlotte ate 2 adult-size portions. When she asked for a third portion, I gave her a small spoonful. Charlotte gave me a dirty look and demanded more. When I told her there was no more casserole, she started to bawl - huge tears. I quickly told her there was more but only for lunch tomorrow, and that she had enough tonight and was going to be sick if she ate anymore. I tried keeping her distracted until she had her medicine and was put to bed.

That night, when she woke up for her FIRST midnight snack, she sighed and told me - "It's a good thing I had to go to sleep. I couldn't stop thinking about the chicken and broccoli casserole, but I'm all better now. Can I have it for lunch tomorrow?"

This week, Charlotte's appetite has decreased a little. However, Charlotte called me at work yesterday and left me a message on my voice mail. It was so funny, I had to put it on speakerphone so my co-workers could hear it.

"Mom, if you can hear this, I am calling to remind you to get a chicken from Costco so we can have chicken and broccoli casserole tomorrow. So don't forget to get a chicken!"

Geez... I didn't know it was that good.... Here's the recipe for those interested.

Charly's "EPIC" Chicken & Broccoli Casserole

Spread frozen broccoli on the bottom of a 9x9 pan. I usually cover the entire bottom so you can't see the pan very well.

Cut cooked chicken into 1/2 inch cubes and spread across the broccoli. I like to use our leftover Costco Roasted Chicken, which is usually half the chicken.

Mix in a separate bowl:

1 can of cream of chicken soup

1/2 cup Mayo

1/2 cup shredded cheddar

1/2 cup milk

1/2 tbs lemon juice

1 tsp curry powder

Pour sauce mixture over the chicken & broccoli. Top with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar. Take 1 cup corn flakes and 1/2 TBS of margarine. Mix them in a food processor. Top the casserole with the cornflake mixture and bake at 350 F for 30 minutes.

Serve on top of white rice.

Enjoy!