Au Gratin Casserole

  3             medium  potatoes -- sliced
  4             ounces  Cheddar cheese -- grated
  1              pound  chicken -- cut into 1-inch pieces
  3 1/2           cups  water
  2        Tablespoons  Butter or margarine
                        chili powder -- if desired
  1            package  Spring onion dip mix -- if desired.

  Heat oven to 350 degrees F.  Bring water to
a boil, either on stove top or in the microwave. 
Pour into ungreased casserole dish.  Add the butter or
margarine.  When the butter or margarine has nearly
melted, add the sliced potatoes.  Add the chicken to
the casserole dish.  Mix thoroughly.  Place in oven.
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until top is browned.