Best 10 Chicken Divine Bake Recipes

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Chicken Divine Bake is a delectable and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a crispy topping. This hearty recipe has become a favorite among home cooks for its ease of preparation and versatility. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion entrée, Chicken Divine Bake is sure to satisfy your cravings. With endless variations and customizable ingredients, this dish can be tailored to suit any taste and dietary preference. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and uncover the secrets to creating the perfect Chicken Divine Bake, transforming your kitchen into a haven of savory aromas and delightful flavors.

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CHICKEN DIVAN



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Chicken breasts, broccoli, and mushrooms are smothered in a creamy Mornay sauce and topped with a blanket of cheesy breadcrumbs in this classic Chicken Divan.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 bunch broccoli (1 1/2 pounds), cut into florets (about 5 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons melted
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips
1 small onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced (about 2 1/2 cups)
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk, room temperature
9 ounces shredded medium-sharp cheddar (3 cups)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Cooked egg noodles or steamed white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large straight-sided skillet, simmer 1/2 cup water over medium-high heat, then add broccoli and a pinch of salt. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain well, then transfer to a large bowl; set aside. Wipe out skillet.
  • Pat chicken dry; season with salt and pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken and cook, turning once, until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken; set aside.
  • 3. In same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter, then add onion and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and starting to brown, 6 to 7 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Slowly add milk, reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 9 minutes. Add 2 cups cheese, Dijon, Worcestershire, cayenne, and sour cream; stir until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Add cheese sauce to bowl with broccoli, followed by chicken and accumulated juices; toss to combine. Transfer to a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons melted butter, panko, and remaining 1 cup cheese. Sprinkle over broccoli-and-chicken mixture. Bake until bubbly and golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes, then serve over noodles or rice.

CHICKEN DIVAN CASSEROLE



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Creamy chicken casserole based on the French classic, but without the carbs. This will be one of your favorite recipes. Low-carb and ketogenic diet-friendly.

Provided by Chef DJ

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 1h47m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 cups broccoli florets, or to taste
3 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon garlic salt
⅛ teaspoon dried parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 cups cauliflower florets
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a breast should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken from the water.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 6 minutes. Chop broccoli.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a deep saucepan over low heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is clear and tender, 8 to 12 minutes. Add garlic salt, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Pulse cauliflower in a blender or food processor until it resembles rice. Add cauliflower and chicken broth to the onion mixture; cook and stir until broth is nicely absorbed, about 10 minutes. Add heavy cream and lemon juice. Let simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until well combined, about 10 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise and remove from heat. Let sauce cool until thickened.
  • Pull chicken apart with 2 forks into bite-size pieces. Add 1/2 the pulled chicken to the sauce.
  • Line the bottom of a casserole dish with the rest of the pulled chicken. Lay steamed broccoli on top; pour the cauliflower sauce over the broccoli. Top with Cheddar cheese. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese at the edges is slightly browned, about 10 minutes more. Let casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes; slice into 6 even portions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 104.6 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 614.5 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

EASY CHICKEN DIVAN



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This Easy Chicken Divan Recipe is a classic casserole updated! No condensed soup in this recipe!

Provided by Shelly

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups cubed, or shredded chicken, cooked
24-32 ounces frozen broccoli florets, thawed
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon, I prefer 'Better Than Bouillon' or use 2 bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine the chicken and broccoli evenly. Place the mixture into the prepared pan.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, heavy cream, chicken broth, bouillon, and pepper. Pour the sour cream mixture evenly on top of the chicken and broccoli.
  • Sprinkle the cheese evenly on top.
  • In a medium bowl combine the butter, salt, and breadcrumbs. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumbs on top of the cheese layer.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until warmed through and toasted on top.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Sugar 3.7 g, Sodium 497.5 mg, Fat 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37.9 g, Cholesterol 145.3 mg

CHICKEN DIVINE



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My mom's version of this dish and by far my favorite! The pinch of curry powder and the lemon juice really add something special to this dish!

Provided by Jennisan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked chicken, diced
20 ounces frozen broccoli (I prefer using florets)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pinch curry powder (to taste, a little goes a long way)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup buttered bread crumb

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook broccoli slightly in microwave or saucepan with water, drain.
  • Line bottom of baking dish sprayed with cooking spray with broccoli and place chicken on top.
  • In mixing bowl combine mayo, lemon juice, soup and curry powder. Mix well and spread over chicken.
  • Top with cheese and bread crumbs and bake 45 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool 10 minutes before surving.

DIVINE CHICKEN DIVAN



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"It feeds a crowd so easily," Nancy says, "and my family is one big crowd!"

Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
Kosher salt
1 large head broccoli, cut into 1- to 2-inch florets, tender stems peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 5 cups)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons dry sherry (or chicken broth)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Freshly ground pepper
1 bunch scallions, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups shredded gruyere cheese (about 6 ounces)
1 cooked 3 1/2-pound chicken, meat removed and cut into chunks, skin and bones discarded (3 to 3 1/2 cups meat)
1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and butter a shallow 3-quart casserole dish. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook until bright green and almost tender (you still want it to have a little bite; it will cook more in the oven). Drain; cool under cold running water and pat very dry. Set aside.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the sage and let sizzle a minute, then add the flour. Cook the roux (or else it will taste like raw flour), whisking, for 2 to 3 minutes, without letting it brown. Pour in the sherry (or broth) and cook to reduce it away, about 1 minute.
  • Whisk in 1 cup broth, the milk, heavy cream and nutmeg and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally to get out any lumps, until thickened, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the scallions and gruyere until the cheese is melted, then remove the sauce from the heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sauce, broccoli, chicken and almonds until thoroughly coated. Pour into the prepared casserole dish. In a small bowl, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the microwave, then toss with the parmesan and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle the mixture over the top of the casserole. Bake until browned and bubbling, about 35 minutes.

CHICKEN DIVINE BAKE



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Good winter warm-you-up meal of chicken, mushrooms, rice, broccoli, and cheese. Serve with garlic bread and salad. It makes great leftovers, too.

Provided by Patricia Siegner

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large boneless chicken breasts
2 (14 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) bag steam-in-bag partially cooked frozen broccoli
1 onion, diced
8 fresh mushrooms, or more to taste, sliced
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook chicken in boiling water until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool. Shred cooled chicken into strands.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Steam broccoli in microwave oven until tender-crisp, 4 to 6 minutes or according to package directions.
  • Stir mushroom soup and mayonnaise together in a bowl; add broccoli, onion, and mushrooms and stir to coat.
  • Spread cooked rice into the bottom of a casserole dish. Top rice with shredded chicken. Spread the mushroom soup mixture over the chicken. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over everything.
  • Bake in preheated oven until slightly browned on top, 35 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 97.7 mg, Fat 46.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 1111.9 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CHICKEN DIVAN CASSEROLE



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
2/3 cup breadcrumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
4 heads broccoli, cut into florets (about 6 cups)
2 cups grated Parmesan
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch cayenne pepper
3 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar
1 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place a rack in the top third of the oven. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with some olive oil and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl add the breadcrumbs and the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Place the chicken in a large pot and cover with water. Add 4 teaspoons salt and bring to a boil, then immediately reduce to a low simmer. Cook the chicken until the internal temperature on an instant read thermometer reads 160 degrees F, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove and cool slightly, then slice the chicken into thin strips or shred, and place in the bottom of the prepared dish. Add the broccoli and sprinkle the Parmesan over the top.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Add the flour and use a wooden spoon or whisk to stir until smooth and cooked, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the nutmeg, and cayenne. Slowly whisk in the milk, Cheddar, stock and wine. Bring to a boil, whisking often. Reduce to a simmer and cook until thickened and smooth, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Pour the sauce over the broccoli and chicken and then top with the breadcrumb mixture and sprinkle the paprika over the top. Cover the dish with foil and bake 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbling, 15 minutes.
  • Cool for about 5 minutes and then serve.

CHICKEN DIVAN



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This tasty chicken divan recipe was given to me by a friend years ago, and it's been a family favorite ever since. My daughters enjoy making this dish in their own homes and get the same enthusiastic compliments I always do! -Mary Pat Lucia, North East, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup cooking sherry or water
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen cut or chopped broccoli, thawed
1 cup cooked rice
3 to 4 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup soft bread crumbs
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter. Add flour, stirring until blended. Stir in the cream and cooking sherry or water; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 more minutes. Blend in soup until smooth; remove from the heat and set aside. , Place broccoli in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover with rice and then half of the sauce. Top with chicken. Stir shredded cheese into remaining sauce; pour over the chicken. , Melt the remaining butter and toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over the casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 24g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 798mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHICKEN DIVINE



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In San Diego, California, reader Shirley Miller dresses up a jar of creamy white pasta sauce with sherry and nutmeg, then cooks it with chicken and vegetables. Served over noodles, the hearty combination is swift and satisfying.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
Dash pepper
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
2 medium carrots, julienned
2 tablespoons water
1-3/4 cups three-cheese spaghetti sauce
2 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a greased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish; sprinkle with pepper. Cover with waxed paper. Microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until juices run clear. , In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the broccoli, carrots and water. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Spoon over chicken. , In a small bowl, combine the spaghetti sauce, sherry and nutmeg; pour over chicken and vegetables. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts :

TRADITIONAL CHICKEN DIVAN



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No mayonnaise, no "cream of whatever" soups - just an old fashioned chicken divan recipe that is definitely worth the extra effort. You can substitute chicken thighs for the breasts and use any combination of shredded cheese that you happen to have on hand. You can also substitute any dairy product (i.e. cream) for the milk depending on how decadent you would like to be. The recipe can be doubled or tripled easily and it freezes beautifully. Serve over rice.

Provided by CFRP3473

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 bunches broccoli
2 -4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup half-and-half
1/3 cup sherry wine
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or more to taste)
salt and pepper
nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • Steam broccoli for 5 minutes until crisp-tender. Alternatively, place broccoli in a shallow bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for 2-5 minutes (depending on the strength of your microwave) until crisp-tender. Drain in colander.
  • In a medium frying pan, saute chicken breasts in olive oil until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and drain on paper towls.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the taste of raw flour. Then gradually whisk in chicken broth, sherry and milk or half and half, until incorporated. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer until the sauce is the consistency you desire. Add just a dash of nutmeg. Add 3/4 of the cheese blend and whisk until combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a 9x13 dish arrange chicken breasts (either whole or sliced) and broccoli. Pour sauce over top and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover with aluminum foil. Make several slits in the aluminum foil to allow the steam to escape.
  • Note: At this point, the dish can be frozen or refrigerated.
  • Bake in the oven for 30-45 minutes, taking off the aluminum foil for the last 10.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.6, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 94.6, Sodium 580.3, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 30.8

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure all ingredients and equipment are ready. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
  • Choose the Right Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. If using breasts, slice them thinly to ensure even cooking.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season the chicken thoroughly with salt, pepper, and other seasonings. This will enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Create a Flavorful Sauce: Use a combination of cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream to create a creamy and flavorful sauce.
  • Add Vegetables: Incorporate vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and celery for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Cheese It Up: Use a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses to create a cheesy and golden crust.
  • Bake Until Golden: Bake the casserole until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve immediately for a warm and comforting meal.

Conclusion:

Chicken Divine Bake is a versatile and flavorful dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy crust, this casserole is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Experiment with different seasonings and vegetables to create your own unique variation of this classic recipe. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a divine culinary experience!

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