Best 7 Barbs Chicken Divan Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Barb's Chicken Divan, a delectable casserole that combines the richness of chicken, the creaminess of a velvety sauce, and the crunch of broccoli florets, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. This classic dish, a beloved staple in many households, offers a medley of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our comprehensive guide presents two variations of this timeless recipe: the traditional version and a gluten-free alternative, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this iconic casserole, ensuring a delightful dining experience for you and your loved ones.

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INA GARTEN'S CHICKEN DIVAN



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Ina Garten's chicken divan is a delicious mixture of chicken, broccoli, and cheese in a creamy sauce. It is also a wonderful make-ahead meal that you can reheat on a busy weeknight for your family. Here is some information about Barefoot Contessa's chicken divan and how to make it.

Provided by Emily Hill

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 tbsp unsalted butter, divided, plus more for greasing
Kosher salt, to taste
1 large head of broccoli, cut into 1- to 2-inch florets, tender stems peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 5 cups)
1 tbsp chopped fresh sage
5 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 tbsp dry sherry (or chicken broth)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 bunch of scallions, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups shredded gruyere cheese (about 6 ounces)
1 cooked 3 1/2 Ib 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 F.
  • Grease a shallow 3-quart casserole dish with butter.
  • Boil salted water in a large saucepan.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese to the broccoli.
  • Drain well, cool under cold running water, and pat very dry.
  • Set the broccoli aside.
  • Melt 4 tbsp of butter in a large saucepan set over medium heat.
  • Stir the sage and flour into the melted butter and cook them for 1 minute.
  • Cook the roux, whisking frequently, for approximately 2 to 3 minutes, without letting it brown.
  • Add the sherry (or broth) and cook for 1 minute until reduced.
  • Add the broth, milk, heavy cream, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Simmer the mixture, while whisking occasionally, until thickened, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the scallions and gruyere to the sauce and stir until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat.
  • Toss the sauce with the broccoli, chicken, and almonds in a large bowl and toss until well combined.
  • Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Microwave the remaining 1 tbsp butter in a small bowl. Stir in the Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
  • Sprinkle the mixture on top of the casserole.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until browned and bubbly.
  • Serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 cal

BARB'S CHICKEN DIVAN



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I got this recipe from my friend Barb 19 years ago. I'm posting it here so that I don't lose it. I have tried other chicken divan recipes but this one is my family's favorite.

Provided by Mega8718

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

20 ounces frozen broccoli
2 cups chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite size pieces
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Arrange cooked, drained broccoli in greased pan. Layer chicken on top. Combine next three ingredients and spoon evenly over chicken. Sprinkle with cheese and bread crumbs. Dot with butter.
  • Will keep in freezer 3 months. Thaw before cooking. Bake, uncovered, in 350 oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour. It is done when bubbly and browned on top.

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 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.

OLD TIME CHICKEN DIVAN



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Not for your typical rushed meal, this classical dish is worth the work! For another presentation, place sliced almonds on top of the chicken and broccoli before the final sprinkling of cheese.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sherry
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 cooked chicken breast halves - bones and skin removed, cut into 1/4 inch slices
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli, and cook until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and rinse well with cold water to chill. Place drained broccoli into a 9x13 inch baking dish and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until the flour begins to turn from white, to a pale beige, about 3 minutes. Whisk in sherry, chicken broth, and heavy cream until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour half of the hot cream sauce over the broccoli and top with chicken slices. Stir Parmesan cheese into the remaining sauce, and pour over the chicken slices. Sprinkle top with extra cheese, if desired.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until heated through, then broil for a few minutes until top has turned golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 160.7 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 1125.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

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 :

CHICKEN DIVAN



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This is a recipe to serve your mother-in-law; we call it a 'bride basic'. It differs from some Chicken Divan recipes because of the curry. Men love this. Wonderful! The ingredients can be 'assembled' and frozen, then baked when you're ready. Serve with rice and a fruit salad, if desired.

Provided by Beth

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups cooked chopped broccoli
2 cups shredded, cooked chicken meat
2 (4.5 ounce) cans mushrooms, drained
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon curry powder
1 tablespoon melted butter
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Arrange cooked broccoli in prepared baking dish. Arrange chicken over broccoli. Add mushrooms and water chestnuts (see Cook's Note).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, and melted butter. Mix together and pour sauce mixture over chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle cheese on top and bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1164.3 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • The original recipe calls for cooked chicken, but you can also use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken.
  • Use a good quality Cheddar cheese that melts well. Sharp Cheddar or Gruyère are both good options.
  • If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use yellow mustard.
  • You can add a cup of cooked rice or pasta to the casserole for a heartier meal.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of steamed broccoli or green beans.

Conclusion:

Barb's Chicken Divan is a classic casserole that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and cheesy topping, it's a dish that everyone will love. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this casserole is sure to be a hit.

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