Paula Deen's Chicken Divan

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Paula Deen's Chicken Divan, a classic Southern casserole that combines tender layers of shredded chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy, savory sauce infused with a hint of curry. Topped with a bubbly layer of sharp cheddar cheese and a golden, buttery breadcrumb crust, this dish is the epitome of cozy, crowd-pleasing comfort food. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe brings rich, homemade flavors to your table in just under an hour. Serve it as a hearty main course paired with a fresh green salad or over fluffy white rice for an irresistible meal that satisfies every craving. Keywords: Chicken Divan recipe, Paula Deen casserole, creamy chicken and broccoli bake, comfort food, easy family dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Broccoli florets
• 3 cups Cooked, shredded chicken breast
• 10.5 ounces Cream of mushroom soup
• 10.5 ounces Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
• 0 optional Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender. Drain well and set aside.

Step 3

Spread the cooked, shredded chicken evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Layer the blanched broccoli florets over the chicken in an even layer.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, curry powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli, spreading it out with a spatula if needed.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top of the cheese layer.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2521.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5361.0

Total Fat 367.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 1323.6mg	0%
Sodium 8404.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 43.5g
Protein 326.1g	0%

Vitamin D 216.8IU	0%
Calcium 2631.8mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 2654.0mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 15.2%