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Chicken Divan

Easy to prep, family-friendly, Chicken Divan with tender chicken and broccoli baked under a golden, crunchy topping.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner, main dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken and broccoli casserole, chicken divan, chicken divan casserole, Chicken Divan Recipe, vintage chicken divan
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked, diced, or shredded chicken
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Steam or blanch 3 cups broccoli florets until tender and crisp. Layer the broccoli evenly on the bottom of the casserole dish.
  • Layer 4 cups cooked, diced, or shredded chicken evenly over the broccoli.
  • In a bowl, combine 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup, ¾ cup sour cream, ½ cup milk, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, salt and pepper, and 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli, spreading out evenly.
  • In a bowl, mix 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until hot and bubbly, and the cracker topping is golden brown.

Notes

Storage & Reheating Instructions
  • Fridge: Once cooled, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
  • Reheat: Microwave or oven at 350ºF until warmed through.
  • Freezer: Assemble the unbaked casserole, then wrap it tightly, without the crumb topping. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, add topping, and bake.
  • Make Ahead- Assemble the casserole ahead of time, without the crumb topping. wrap tightly, and store in the fridge up to 2 days. Add topping when ready to bake.

Nutrition

Calories: 523kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 815mg | Potassium: 497mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1118IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 377mg | Iron: 3mg

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