Easy Chicken and Broccoli Divan
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Easy Chicken and Broccoli Divan is the perfect all-in-one casserole for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Featuring tender bites of chicken breast, nutrient-packed broccoli, and a velvety sauce made with cream of chicken soup, tangy mayonnaise, and zesty lemon juice, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Topped with gooey melted cheddar and an optional buttery breadcrumb crust, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under half an hour. Whether you're looking for a quick meal idea or a crowd-pleaser for potlucks, this chicken divan casserole is an easy, satisfying classic that'll earn a permanent spot in your recipe rotation. Perfectly pairs with a side of fluffy rice or crusty bread to soak up every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 3 cups Broccoli florets, fresh or frozen (thawed)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted (optional for breadcrumb topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a light coating of butter.
Place the broccoli florets in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water, cover with a plate, and microwave for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Layer the cooked broccoli in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, followed by the shredded chicken.
Pour the soup and mayonnaise mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli, spreading it with a spatula to cover everything.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
If desired, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter and sprinkle them over the top of the cheese for a crunchy topping.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 929 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 572 mg | 12% | |
*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.
