The Best Chicken Divan in the World
Indulge in pure comfort with "The Best Chicken Divan in the World," a creamy, cheesy delight that redefines the classic casserole. This family-approved recipe features tender cooked chicken, perfectly blanched broccoli, and a velvety sauce made from cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, and sour cream, with a touch of fresh lemon juice for balance. Topped with a golden breadcrumb crust and oozy cheddar cheese, this baked dish combines savory flavors and satisfying textures in every bite. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve this mouthwatering chicken broccoli casserole with a simple salad or warm dinner rolls for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 cans (10.5 ounces each) Cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups (divided) Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons (melted) Unsalted butter
- as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Blanch the broccoli florets in salted boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a smooth sauce.
Spread the cooked chicken evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Arrange the blanched broccoli florets on top of the chicken in an even layer.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and broccoli, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture over the casserole to create a crispy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your 'Best Chicken Divan in the World'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 370.2 g | 475% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.9 g | 630% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1277 mg | 426% | |
| Sodium | 7930 mg | 345% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.8 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 332.5 g | 665% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 2664 mg | 205% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 713 mg | 15% | |
*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.
