Description
This Chicken Divan is a classic and comforting casserole that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Tender chicken and broccoli florets are baked in a creamy sauce with a crunchy breadcrumb topping.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound broccoli, chopped
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Topping:
- Cook Broccoli: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Cook broccoli in boiling water until tender-crisp. Drain well.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked broccoli.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Make Topping: In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Cook Broccoli: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Cook broccoli in boiling water until tender-crisp. Drain well.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked broccoli.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Make Topping: In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the microwave or in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg