Broccoli Chicken Divan
A cozy and creamy casserole made with chicken and broccoli, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced Can use leftover rotisserie or grilled chicken.
- 4 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets If frozen, ensure they’re thawed and drained.
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise Consider substituting with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Plus more for topping if desired.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping) Mix with melted butter for extra crispiness.
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted For mixing with breadcrumbs.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If using fresh broccoli, steam it for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. For frozen, ensure they’re thawed and drained.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in the cooked chicken and steamed broccoli into the sauce mixture until everything is coated evenly.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- If using, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle them over the cheese.
Baking
- Place the casserole in your preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes and consider garnishing with fresh parsley.
- Serve and enjoy your cozy casserole!
Notes
You can prepare the casserole a day in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to bake. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for longer storage.