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The classic chicken Florentine is named for the Italian city of Florence. Dishes alla Fiorentina feature chicken (or sometimes fish) on a bed of spinach leaves. The dish is dressed in a creamy white sauce mixed with Parmesan cheese. This casserole will transport your family to Florence.

Cheesy Chicken Florentine

2 (12-ounce) packages STOUFFER'S® Spinach Soufflé, defrosted*
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, seasoned with salt and pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided use
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup coarse fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
  1. SAUTÉ chicken breasts in vegetable oil until both sides are golden brown. Chicken will finish cooking in the oven.
  2. COMBINE Spinach Soufflé, rice, milk, 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, onion, mustard and salt in large bowl; stir well. Spread into botoom of 9x13-inch baking pan; place chicken on top of spinach mixture. Combine breadcrumbs, butter and remaining Swiss cheese in small bowl; sprinkle mixture evenly over casserole.
  3. COVER casserole with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated 375°F oven for 25 minutes; remove cover. Continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes or until spinach mixture is set and chicken is not longer pink in the center.

Makes 6 servings.

* Defrost Spinach Soufflé in microwave on 50% power for 6 to 7 minutes.

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