Description
Chicken Divan is a comforting American casserole featuring tender cooked chicken and steamed broccoli combined in a creamy cheese sauce, baked to golden bubbly perfection. This classic dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 3 cups broccoli florets (steamed)
- 1 can (about 10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Topping
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Prepare Broccoli: Steam the broccoli florets until tender but still crisp, then arrange them evenly in a greased baking dish to form the casserole base.
- Add Chicken: Layer the cooked, shredded or cubed chicken over the broccoli in the baking dish.
- Mix Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Combine and Pour: Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli layers, spreading it gently.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the sauce to create a cheesy crust.
- Add Optional Topping: If desired, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter, then sprinkle this mixture over the cheese layer for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to set, then serve warm. It’s delicious on its own or over rice for a heartier meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor.
- Serve over rice for a filling complete meal.
- For a lighter version, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American