Easy Chicken Divan Casserole
A warm and creamy chicken and broccoli casserole topped with crispy breadcrumbs—perfect for a cozy family meal!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
Casserole
- 1½ lbs broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dry mustard powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp seasoned salt
Topping
- 3 tbsp Panko or seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook Broccoli: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain thoroughly.
- Mix Sauce: In a bowl, combine 1 cup cheddar cheese, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, and seasonings.
- Assemble Casserole: Stir in the drained broccoli and chicken, then transfer to a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix melted butter with breadcrumbs, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve: Enjoy on its own or over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 792mg | Potassium: 685mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1275IU | Vitamin C: 101mg | Calcium: 326mg | Iron: 2mg