Indulge in a culinary journey with our dreamy Chicken Divan, a timeless classic that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a crispy, cheesy topping. This iconic dish is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Dive into the delightful details of this recipe, along with several delightful variations that offer unique twists on the classic. From a light and lemony version to a hearty and flavorful one with mushrooms and bacon, there's a Chicken Divan recipe here to suit every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you feeling satisfied and inspired.
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CHICKEN DIVAN RECIPE
Easy Chicken Divan is loaded with chunks of tender chicken and broccoli and smothered in a cream sauce. It is perfect to freeze for later!
Provided by Lil' Luna
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375, and spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat, until melted. Add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook 2-3 minutes, or until bubbly and golden. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, followed by the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook the sauce until thickened and bubbling. Remove the sauce from the heat, and stir in the sour cream and salt.
- Add the broccoli to a microwave safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until softened slightly but not fully cooked. Drain well.
- Add the broccoli and chicken to the skillet with the sauce, and stir to combine. Pour into the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and bread crumbs. Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Bake 20-25 minutes, or until the bread crumbs are golden brown and crispy, and the sauce is bubbling. Serve hot with cooked rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 893 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BROCCOLI CHICKEN DIVAN
A quick and easy chicken and broccoli dish that all will love!
Provided by TERRY C
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place the broccoli in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain.
- Place the cooked broccoli in a 9 inch pie plate. Top with the chicken. In a bowl, mix the soup and milk, and pour over the chicken. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Mix the melted butter with the bread crumbs, and sprinkle over the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 44.3 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 440.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CHICKEN DIVAN
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
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.
DREAMY CHICKEN FRANCESE
This is a fabulous main dish and is company worthy. Serve with rice and a cooked vegetable for a complete meal. Word of warning: it is not diet friendly
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
- Use a sharp knife to cut each chicken breast horizontally into 3 thin pieces.
- Combine tapioca starch, flour, and salt in a shallow dish and mix well. Place eggs in another shallow dish, and beat well.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip chicken first in flour mixture, then into the eggs, coating completely. Cook chicken, in batches if necessary, until golden and no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken to a rimmed baking sheet lined with a drip tray.
- Place chicken in the preheated oven to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, reduce heat to medium-low, and melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the skillet. Saute garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in cream, broth, wine, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until sauce has reduced. Sauce can break if the heat is too high and it's not stirred regularly. Serve chicken topped with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 335 mg, Fat 57.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, Sodium 1077.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
30-MINUTE CHICKEN DIVAN
Jump-start a deliciously easy dinner with a can of Progresso® soup!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Cook broccoli as directed on bag 4 minutes. Place broccoli and chicken in ungreased 9-inch square pan. Sprinkle with pepper.
- Pour soup over broccoli and chicken. Sprinkle with cheese and bread crumbs.
- Bake about 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
DREAMY CHICKEN DIVAN
This from scratch version is my ultimate favorite chicken divan. Creamy, delicious comfort food. Easy to make for a weeknight dinner or always a hit at potlucks. You can switch up the seasonings to suit your own taste.
Provided by Robin Lieneke
Categories Chicken
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Season chicken with 1/2 of the seasoned salt and poultry seasoning. In an oven proof skillet, brown chicken breasts in butter and olive oil. Remove from pan and set aside.
- 2. Add diced onion, celery and peppers to the same skillet (do not drain). Saute 2-3 minutes till tender. Add garlic and mushrooms. Saute 2 mins. more.
- 3. Sprinkle flour over the veggies in the skillet and saute 2-3 mins. Add wine to deglaze pan. Add chicken broth and simmer on med low heat till mixture starts to thicken and gets bubbly. Stir in 1/2 & 1/2 and sour cream. Simmer a few mins then add curry powder, remaining poultry seasoning and remaining seasoned salt to taste. Stir in rice and broccoli and half of the cheese. Remove from heat.
- 4. Place chicken back into skillet and turn to coat with sauce. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Top with remaining cheese right out of the oven.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality chicken. Opt for organic, free-range chicken breasts or thighs for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the chicken thoroughly. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the heat.
- Use fresh vegetables. Fresh broccoli and carrots will give your Chicken Divan a more vibrant flavor and color.
- Don't overcook the vegetables. Cook the broccoli and carrots just until they are tender-crisp.
- Use a creamy sauce. A creamy sauce made with heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese will help to bind all of the ingredients together and create a rich, flavorful dish.
- Top with crispy breadcrumbs. Buttered breadcrumbs add a delicious crunchy texture to the top of the Chicken Divan.
- Serve immediately. Chicken Divan is best served hot and fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Chicken Divan is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crispy breadcrumbs, it's sure to be a hit at your next potluck or family dinner. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give Chicken Divan a try.
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