Best 7 Pasta Cheddar Chicken Divan Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Pasta Cheddar Chicken Divan, a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features succulent chicken enveloped in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce, nestled atop a bed of tender pasta and enveloped in a golden-brown breadcrumb topping. Accompanying this main course is a symphony of complementary recipes: a refreshing Broccoli Salad, a tangy Cranberry Sauce, and a velvety Garlic Butter Sauce. Each recipe is carefully crafted to elevate the Pasta Cheddar Chicken Divan, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that promises to delight and satisfy.

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CHICKEN DIVAN



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Chicken Divan is a classic cheesy, creamy chicken and broccoli casserole that's topped with buttery panko breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection! This version is made from scratch with no condensed soup.

Provided by Natasha Bull

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound broccoli (cut into florets)
3 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken (shredded or diced)
8 ounces cream cheese (1 block Philly) (softened)
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt & pepper (to taste)
2 cups grated cheddar cheese (divided)
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter (melted)
1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Take the cream cheese out of the fridge at least an hour prior to starting the recipe or microwave it for 20-30 seconds (it should be very soft).
  • Boil a pot of water for the broccoli. While you're waiting for it to boil, start prepping all the recipe ingredients (ensure they're ready to go before starting the sauce). For the melted butter, I recommend microwaving it in a small bowl and setting it aside until needed.
  • Preheat your oven to 375F and move the rack to the top third of the oven.
  • Once the water is boiling, add the broccoli and cook it for 2-3 minutes, then drain well and add it to a 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Add the cooked chicken to the casserole dish (just put it beside the broccoli for now).
  • To a skillet or medium saucepan, add the cream cheese, cream, onion powder, garlic powder, Dijon, Worcestershire sauce, and some salt & pepper. Cook it over medium-high heat, stirring/whisking nearly constantly until the cream cheese has melted into the sauce (this should take about 5 minutes). Important: Don't let the sauce get too thick (it should be similar to Alfredo sauce). If the sauce seems a bit too thick, add in another splash of cream. The sauce will thicken more in the oven.
  • Take the skillet off the heat and stir in half of the cheddar cheese (stir until smooth).
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli, then toss and spread it in an even layer.
  • Top the casserole with the remaining cheddar, followed by the parmesan.
  • Add the panko breadcrumbs to the bowl that has the melted butter and stir until they're evenly coated in butter.
  • Top the casserole with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. If you want the topping to be a little darker, broil it for a few minutes (watch it carefully).
  • Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 706 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 56 g, SaturatedFat 32 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 216 mg, Sodium 735 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY DITALINI WITH CHICKEN AND SPINACH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups ditalini
1 shallot, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
Freshly ground pepper
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup shredded gruyère cheese
Toasted breadcrumbs, for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and thyme and cook until softened. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, for 2 minutes, then whisk in the broth and milk. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, whisking, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken, spinach and pasta and cook to heat through. Stir in the gruyère and season with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 bowls and top with toasted breadcrumbs.

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



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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

BROCCOLI CHICKEN DIVAN



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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

1 pound chopped fresh broccoli
1 ½ cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of broccoli soup
⅓ cup milk
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons dried bread crumbs

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



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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 PASTA DIVAN



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Here's my take on chicken divan. It's a real kid pleaser and everyone who's ever tried this loves it. I always uses rotini or gemelli for this yummy dish because the little ridges in the corkscrew pasta holds onto the rich, cheesy sauce really well.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb rotini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 cup flour
salt and pepper
garlic powder
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup sliced mushroom cap
2 roasted red peppers, diced small
2 cups broccoli florets
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 cup white wine

Steps:

  • Boil the water and cook the pasta according to package directions. DO NOT ever add oil to the water! It will make your sauce slide off the pasta later.
  • Meanwhile heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat in a large skillet.
  • Cut chicken breasts into strips. Put flour in a plastic bag, add a little salt, pepper and garlic powder to your taste and shake the strips in there to coat.
  • Add the coated chicken strips to the hot skillet and brown.
  • Turn burner down to medium-low and add the cream, mushrooms, peppers, broccoli, mustard and butter. Cook about 5 minutes.
  • Add cheese and wine and stir gently until the cheese melts. When melted, pour over pasta and mix to combine. Serve with a big loaf of Italian bread.

Tips:

  • To create a creamy sauce, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Stir in milk or cream and cook, while stirring regularly, until thickened.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for a flavorful dish. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all good choices.
  • Add vegetables to the dish for a healthy twist. Broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots are all great options.
  • Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Bake the dish until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly. This usually takes around 30 minutes.
  • Serve the dish immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Pasta cheddar chicken divan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and cheesy topping, it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty dinner, give pasta cheddar chicken divan a try.

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