In this quick casserole, chicken and broccoli are smothered in a rich and creamy sauce and baked until all warm and bubbly.
Chicken Divan Ingredients
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.
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. 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.
How To Make Chicken and Broccoli Divan
This is a really simple casserole recipe, we love to serve it with rice or egg noodles.
Serving and Storage
I serve this easy Chicken Divan recipe 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. Did your family enjoy this Chicken Divan recipe? Leave us a rating and a comment below. © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
