Easy Chicken Divan – Spend With Pennies

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Chicken Divan is one of our favorite go-to dinner options, and it couldn’t be more delicious.

In this quick casserole, chicken and broccoli are smothered in a rich and creamy sauce and baked until all warm and bubbly.

This Chicken Broccoli Divan recipe is an easy casserole that the whole family will love!

It’s quick to prep so it’s a perfect dinner option for busy weeknights.
I use broccoli in this chicken divan, but you can add other vegetables in place.
Leftover baked chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken turn this into a 30-minute meal.

Served alongside a fresh green salad and some bread with homemade garlic butter, this is one meal your family will request over and over.

Chicken Divan Ingredients

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Chicken: This recipe uses cooked chicken, so it’s great for leftovers or rotisserie chicken (or even leftover roast turkey). If needed, you can use poached chicken.

Broccoli: Fresh or frozen broccoli can be used. I prefer the texture of steamed fresh broccoli florets; however, frozen can be used.

Sauce: Chicken Divan sauce is a shortcut sauce made with condensed mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, and seasonings. While some recipes use mayonnaise, I prefer the lighter flavor and texture of sour cream.

Cheese: I add cheddar cheese to the mix and on top for great flavor.

Topping: Butter and Panko breadcrumbs give this Chicken Divan casserole a little crunch. No Panko? Try seasoned bread crumbs or crushed Ritz crackers instead!

Variations

Veggies: You can add cauliflower, asparagus, or your favorite veggie.
Seasonings: Change the seasonings and add your favorite herbs, I love to add ½ teaspoon curry powder.
Soup: Any “cream of” soup will work in this recipe, including cream of chicken soup.
From scratch: For a from-scratch version, make your own homemade condensed soup.

Ingredients for Chicken Divan in a casserole dish

How To Make Chicken and Broccoli Divan

This is a really simple casserole recipe, we love to serve it with rice or egg noodles.

Steam broccoli: Steam the broccoli until tender-crisp (it will cook more in the oven). Drain it very well.
Mix sauce: Combine the divan sauce ingredients (recipe below). Add the chicken and broccoli.
Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs. Bake until browned.

Casserole dish of Chicken Divan with fork

Serving and Storage

I serve Chicken Divan with rice, egg noodles or creamy mashed potatoes.

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Chicken Divan reheats and freezes well. Add a splash of milk for reheating if needed.

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Easy Chicken Divan

Chicken Divan is a comforting casserole of tender chicken and broccoli in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for any family dinner.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup cheddar cheese, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, pepper, and seasoned salt.
Stir in drained broccoli and chicken. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
In a small bowl, mix the butter and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle the topping over the chicken mixture.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are lightly browned and the mixture is bubbly and hot.
Serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes, as desired.

Broccoli: Cook the broccoli just until tender crisp, as it will cook a bit more in the oven. Drain well so the sauce doesn’t get watery.
Frozen broccoli: Frozen broccoli can be used however the texture is a bit softer. Cook according to package directions and drain well.
Store leftover chicken divan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with a bit of milk on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Casserole, Chicken, Main Course

Cuisine American

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