Best 9 Moms Easy Chicken Divan Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delights! In this article, we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for "Mom's Easy Chicken Divan," a classic dish that has warmed hearts and stomachs for generations. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we explore a variety of recipes, each with its own unique twist on this timeless favorite. From creamy and cheesy variations to healthier alternatives, we'll guide you through the steps to create a dish that will leave you craving for more. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the world of "Mom's Easy Chicken Divan," where comfort and flavor are always on the menu!

Let's cook with our recipes!

MOM'S EASY CHICKEN DIVAN



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Mom shared this recipe with me after many years of making it for company. I always thought there was more to it that made it such a special occasion dish, but come to find out, it's easy and no-fuss! This is an excellent meal when served with a fruit salad, French bread, and/or a tossed green salad.

Provided by iammykidzmom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cooked long-grain rice
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli florets
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 11x7-inch baking dish.
  • Spread rice evenly in prepared baking dish. Arrange broccoli over rice and layer chicken on top. Mix cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and curry powder in a bowl; pour over chicken. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl; sprinkle over cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 60.3 mg, Fat 42.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 999.7 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

EASY CHICKEN DIVAN RECIPE



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Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli casserole in a garlic Alfredo sauce with a Bisquick topping. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners, or lazy weekends.

Provided by Keri Hix

Categories     Main

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces Broccoli
3/4 pound Chicken (cooked and cubed)
2 cups Cheese, medium cheddar (grated)
15 Ounce Alfredo Garlic Sauce (jar or other white sauce)
Milk (fill white sauce jar 1/2 to 2/3 full)
2 cups Bisquick
1 1/2 cups Milk
1/2 cup Sour Cream
1/4 cup Parmesan (grated)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Put broccoli in a dish with a small amount of water. Cook in the microwave for about 3 minutes.
  • Place cubed chicken, broccoli and cheese in a large bowl. Add the jar of white sauce. Add milk to the jar filling about 1/2 to 2/3 full. Replace cap and shake well. Pour the milk into the bowl and mix everything together. Pour the chicken mixture into a 13 x 9 baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Using the same bowl, mix together Bisquick, sour cream, milk and Parmesan. Pour the batter over the chicken mixture. Bake the chicken for about 35 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean in biscuit topping.
  • Cool slightly and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Sodium 686 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, Calories 313 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHICKEN DIVAN



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"I got this recipe from a co-worker and then made a few changes to it to suit my family's tastes," shares Leicester, New York's Violet Englert. "It's excellent with corn bread," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the chicken, salt and pepper. Top with broccoli. In a large bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise, milk and 1-1/2 cups cheese; pour over broccoli. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CHICKEN DIVAN



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Make and share this Easy Chicken Divan recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ecox4428

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 pan 9 x 11, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs chicken, cooked and sliced
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli
1 cup mayonnaise
2 (9 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1/4 teaspoon curry
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook broccoli according to directions, arrange in greased 9 x 11 pan. Cut up cooked chicken into slices, arrange in pan. Mix soup, mayonnaise, curry, and lemon juice and pour over chicken. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over top. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minute May make ahead and refrigerate, extend bake time to 50-55 minute.
  • Starting with raw chicken will extend the cooking time by 30-40 min, or the time it takes to cook the chicken.

QUICK CHICKEN DIVAN



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My family loves this recipe. My kids love it because the broccoli is 'hidden' under all the chicken and cheese! This is an excellent way to use up leftovers.

Provided by Shannon Fountain

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Creamy

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
2 cooked boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place broccoli in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the chicken.
  • In a small bowl, blend the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 743.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

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.

WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DIVAN



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My mom has made this since I was a little girl. I absolutly love it. You can add as much or little curry as you like...I like a lot. It's is so easy and I use low fat ingredients to make it a little healthier.

Provided by A-bear

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups diced cooked chicken
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
3/4 cup salad dressing
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder (I prefer more)
2 ounces cheddar cheese
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon melted butter or 1 tablespoon margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook broccoli according to package.
  • Drain broccoli and arrange in bottom of casserole.
  • Layer cooked chicken on top of broccoli.
  • Combine soup, salad dressing, lemon juice, and curry powder in a large bowl.
  • Pour soup mixture over chicken and broccoli.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Combine bread crumbs and butter/margarine.
  • Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.2, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 76.1, Sodium 1102.4, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 5.1, Protein 21

EASY DIVAN CHICKEN



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Like all farm wives, I'm always on the go, so I often reach for the easy yet elegant recipe. What a great way to combine two great foods-chicken and broccoli!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 ounces) frozen broccoli spears, thawed and drained
3 chicken breast halves, cooked and sliced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon butter, melted
1/4 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Place broccoli spears in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with chicken. Combine soup, mayonnaise and lemon juice; spread over chicken. Toss butter and bread crumbs; add cheese. Sprinkle over sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 13g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a crispy topping, use panko breadcrumbs instead of crushed Ritz crackers.
  • To make a creamy sauce, use a combination of heavy cream and sour cream.
  • If you don't have chicken broth on hand, use vegetable broth instead.
  • To save time, use a rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own.
  • For a vegetarian version of this dish, substitute tofu for the chicken.

Conclusion:

Chicken Divan is a classic dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it creamy or crispy, with chicken or tofu, Chicken Divan is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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