Divine Chicken Divan
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Divine Chicken Divan, a classic casserole that combines tender chunks of seared chicken, vibrant broccoli florets, and a luscious, cheesy sauce. This family-friendly recipe elevates the traditional chicken divan with a luxurious blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and a hint of lemon for brightness, topped with a golden, buttery breadcrumb and cheddar crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is easy to prepare with minimal prep time but delivers maximum flavor. Serve it as a satisfying standalone meal or pair it with fluffy rice or crusty bread to soak up every last bite of its rich, savory sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total cooking time of under an hour, this baked casserole is a comforting, make-ahead favorite that the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and just tender. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and sear them on both sides (3-4 minutes per side) until lightly browned. Remove from the skillet, allow them to cool slightly, and then chop into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until all ingredients are well blended.
Place the cooked broccoli in the prepared baking dish. Layer the chopped chicken evenly on top of the broccoli.
Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli, spreading it with a spatula to ensure full coverage.
In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave. Mix the breadcrumbs and the remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese with the melted butter until combined.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 230.6 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.1 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1049 mg | 350% | |
| Sodium | 6292 mg | 274% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.5 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 304.8 g | 610% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 2168 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2346 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
