Description
This creamy, cheesy Chicken Divan Broccoli Casserole combines tender chicken and fresh broccoli for a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Broccoli: Boil the broccoli for about 3 minutes until vibrant green but still slightly crunchy. Drain and cool under cold water.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Combine Everything: In the prepared baking dish, layer the cooked chicken followed by broccoli. Pour the sauce evenly over the top.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
- Bake: Place in preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Serve: Enjoy hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg