Chicken Divan Casserole by Paula Deen

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Paula Deen's Chicken Divan Casserole, a creamy and satisfying dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings. This classic Southern recipe layers juicy, shredded chicken and tender steamed broccoli in a rich and velvety sauce made from cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of fresh lemon juice. Topped with gooey cheddar cheese and a buttery Ritz cracker crumble, this casserole bakes to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. With a prep time of only 15 minutes and serving up to eight, this dish is an effortless way to bring everyone to the table. Whether you’re craving comfort food or looking for an easy casserole recipe, Chicken Divan is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked chicken breasts, shredded or diced
• 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a creamy sauce.

Step 3

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer the steamed broccoli florets evenly across the bottom.

Step 4

Spread the shredded or diced chicken over the broccoli layer.

Step 5

Pour the prepared creamy sauce evenly over the chicken and broccoli, using a spatula to spread it out if necessary.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Mix until the crackers are evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the buttered cracker crumbs over the top of the casserole for a crunchy topping.

Step 9

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your comforting Chicken Divan Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3095.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6624.0

Total Fat 423.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 1500.0mg	0%
Sodium 9374.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 57.8g
Protein 408.3g	0%

Vitamin D 220.6IU	0%
Calcium 2722.0mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 5184.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.0%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 18.6%