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Chicken Divan Recipe in a white baking dish with a spoon in it.
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Chicken Divan Recipe

Tender chicken, broccoli and rice are baked in a rich, creamy sauce to create the ultimate Chicken Divan Casserole.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Kellie
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 baking dish
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 saucepan

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces, for the sauce
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry
  • zest and juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 3 cups frozen broccoli florets thawed and well drained
  • 3 cups cooked diced chicken breast
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted, for the breadcrumb topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Melt the 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook until the mixture becomes deep golden brown.
  • Slowly whisk in the chicken broth cooking until the mixture begins to thicken. Whisk in the half and half, sherry, lemon zest and juice. Remove from the heat. Stir in the salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Place broccoli in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover with the rice and then half of the sauce. Top with chicken. Stir the Parmesan cheese into remaining sauce until smooth. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  • Toss the panko breadcrumbs with the 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.
  • Serve immediately

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken both work well.
  • If using frozen broccoli, thaw and drain it thoroughly before assembling the casserole.
  • Make the casserole ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake. Add the panko topping just before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat individual servings in the microwave or warm covered in a 350°F oven until heated through.
  • Freeze the casserole without the breadcrumb topping for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and add fresh panko before baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 0g | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 594mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 576IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 1mg