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.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Place the cooked broccoli in the prepared baking dish. Layer the chopped chicken evenly on top of the broccoli.

Step 6

Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli, spreading it with a spatula to ensure full coverage.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2157.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3799.2

Total Fat 230.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 1048.7mg	0%
Sodium 6291.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 304.8g	0%

Vitamin D 126.0IU	0%
Calcium 2167.7mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2345.7mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 15.0%