Dad's Divine Chicken Divan

Savor the comfort of a classic with "Dad's Divine Chicken Divan," a rich and creamy casserole that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This delightful dish combines tender shredded chicken, vibrant steamed broccoli, and layers of flavor from a velvety sauce made with cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Topped with sharp cheddar cheese and a buttery panko breadcrumb crust, this Chicken Divan bakes to golden perfection in just 35 minutes. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal. With its creamy texture, crunchy topping, and easy prep, this casserole is sure to become a go-to favorite in your recipe rotation. Perfect for leftovers too!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cups cooked white rice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken, let it cool slightly, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, steam the broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes or until tender but still bright green. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Fold the shredded chicken and steamed broccoli into the sauce mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Transfer the chicken and broccoli mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken and broccoli mixture.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese layer.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the Chicken Divan cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

For a complete meal, serve over a bed of cooked white rice (optional). Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2666.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5467.7

Total Fat 342.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 974.1mg	0%
Sodium 5151.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 391.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 224.7g	0%

Vitamin D 74.9IU	0%
Calcium 2468.2mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 1590.7mg	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: 55.6%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 28.2%