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    Home » What We're Eating » Dump-and-Bake Chicken Divan

    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Divan

    Published: Aug 18, 2017 by Blair Lonergan

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    This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Divan is an easier, faster version of the classic dinnertime favorite! Broccoli and chicken are layered with a creamy, cheesy sauce and finished with a breadcrumb topping. It's simple, it's delicious, and it comes together in just minutes!

    Chicken Divan in a blue casserole dish with a serving spoon

    If you haven't noticed, I love a good challenge when it comes to the kitchen. And I'm not talking about the kind of "challenge" that involves complicated, multi-step gourmet recipes; hard-to-find ingredients; or disastrous messes that take longer to clean up than we spend eating the meal.

    Nope, I'm not a fan of those challenges.

    Instead, I much prefer to take a traditional recipe like Chicken Parmesan, Spaghetti and Meatballs, or Chicken Alfredo and turn it into a quick dump-and-bake dinner with no prep work. The key, however, is developing a faster recipe without sacrificing taste or quality.

    I'm happy to report that my latest creation -- this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Divan -- satisfies all of my toughest requirements: minimal prep-time and delicious, kid-approved flavor!

    A side shot of chicken divan in a casserole dish topped with chives

    What Is Chicken Divan?

    I've always thought of Chicken Divan as a retro Southern casserole. The type of dish that I grew up with, and the same type of recipe that Aunt Bee still shares with me today.

    So imagine my surprise when I looked at Wikipedia before typing this post and learned that the meal originated at the Divan Parisienne Restaurant at the Chatham Hotel in New York City back in the early twentieth century! New York City!

    The authentic Chicken Divan is a casserole served with broccoli, almonds, and Mornay sauce.

    But hey, the sauce that you'll find here (which I spike with a dash of white wine and lemon juice for extra flavor) is a much easier solution to get dinner on the table quickly (and that's what I'm ALL about)! I hope that you love it as much as we do!

    An overhead shot of Chicken Divan in a casserole dish

    Cook's Tips - Chicken Divan

    • Cooking for a Smaller Family? Cut all of the ingredients in half (for instance, use 2 cups of chicken, one 12-ounce package of broccoli florets, l can of soup, etc.) and bake the casserole in an 8-inch square dish. Cooking time remains the same.
    • Want to Prep Ahead? Assemble this casserole in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake. It should be fine for up to 24 hours, or you can freeze it (before baking) for up to 3 months.

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    An overhead shot of chicken Divan
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    5 from 5 votes

    Dump-and-Bake Chicken Divan

    This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Divan is an easier, faster version of the classic dinnertime favorite! Broccoli and chicken are layered with a creamy, cheesy sauce and finished with a breadcrumb topping. 
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Keyword chicken broccoli casserole, chicken casserole, Chicken Divan
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 297kcal
    Author The Seasoned Mom

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups cooked diced chicken (you can use leftover meat, a rotisserie chicken, or prepared cooked chicken strips like Tyson Grilled & Ready)
    • 24 ounces frozen broccoli florets thawed
    • 2 10.5 ounce cans condensed cream of chicken soup (NOT diluted)
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup white wine or chicken broth
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½ cup breadcrumbs
    • 1 tablespoon melted butter

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
    • Arrange chicken and broccoli in the bottom of the prepared dish.
    • Stir together soup, mayonnaise, wine, and lemon juice. Pour over chicken.
    • Sprinkle cheese on top.
    • In a small bowl, stir together breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle on top.
    • Bake, uncovered, for about 25-30 minutes (or until heated through).

    Notes

    Cooking for a Smaller Family? Cut all of the ingredients in half (for instance, use 2 cups of chicken, one 12-ounce package of broccoli florets, l can of soup, etc.) and bake the casserole in an 8-inch square dish. Cooking time remains the same.
    Want to Prep Ahead? Assemble this casserole in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake. It should be fine for up to 24 hours, or you can freeze it (before baking) for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/8 of the recipe | Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.5g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 677mg | Fiber: 2.8g | Sugar: 4.5g
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    Comments

    1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

      August 18, 2017 at 7:33 am

      I'm right there with you, I love taking classic recipes and making them into an easier dish. This chicken divan looks incredible, Blair! I love the ease of this recipe, and I know my husband would, too. I've got to try this!

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 18, 2017 at 9:24 am

        Thanks, Gayle! Easy is always best!

        Reply
        • Roxie Wilkins

          October 06, 2019 at 1:57 am

          5 stars
          I made the chicken Divan. I doubled the recipe so there would be plenty for 5 adults. Every crumb was eaten.. It was totally delicious. My family loved it!! I will make this again.

          Reply
          • Blair

            October 06, 2019 at 5:23 am

            Yay! I'm so happy to hear that, Roxie! Thank you! 🙂

            Reply
    2. the Budget Epicurean

      August 18, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Sounds like chicken DIVINE! Gonna have to try this asap, just roasted a whole chicken and this will be perfect for the shredded meat leftovers. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 19, 2017 at 5:02 am

        Thank you so much! You're right -- this is a perfect way to use those leftovers. It will be delicious! Thanks so much for stopping by! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Janet

      August 21, 2017 at 1:21 pm

      Dear Blair,
      I tried the Doritos Taco dish the other night when I had the three Grandchildren spending the night-Camp Mamaw!!!
      They loved it ! Easy and delicious- very kid friendly !!! The chicken and broccoli casserole I will try in the future
      Thanks for all the tips????
      Janet

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 21, 2017 at 2:12 pm

        Hi, Janet! So glad to hear that my favorite little ones approved of the Doritos casserole! 🙂 I know they had a blast at your sleepover!

        Thanks so much for stopping by! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Marina Megale

      August 22, 2017 at 12:01 am

      Hi Blair,
      I made your Dump and Bake Chicken Divan yesterday and we are enjoying it for dinner tonight again. We really really thought it was yummy paired with a peach, strawberry, nectarine and watermelon salad. Thank you so much for posting the recipe. Happy August!
      Marina

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 22, 2017 at 4:38 am

        Hi, Marina! Thank you so much for letting me know! I'm glad that you enjoyed it, and the salad that you prepared sounds AMAZING! Great idea!

        Reply
    5. Emily

      October 04, 2018 at 5:19 am

      5 stars
      This looks so easy and so comforting, can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Blair

        October 04, 2018 at 5:30 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    6. Laurie

      May 04, 2019 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Blair,

      Most chicken divan recipes I've come across suggest pre-cooking fresh or frozen broccoli. You suggest simply thawing it. Maybe in a colander to let the moisture drain off? How long does that usually take?

      Laurie

      Reply
      • Blair

        May 04, 2019 at 5:56 pm

        Hey, Laurie! I find that if I pre-cook the broccoli and then bake it, it gets a bit too soft for our liking. If you prefer really soft (or mushy) broccoli, then you can certainly pre-cook it. Since I'm using frozen broccoli here, it's often a bit soft already once it's thawed. If you choose to use fresh broccoli (which is more firm), you would probably want to par-boil it just to make it a bit more tender before it goes into the dish.

        To thaw frozen broccoli, I usually just leave it sitting on the counter in the bag for an hour or two, and then just use a slotted spoon to take the broccoli out of the bag once it's thawed. A colander would also work, but that's just one more dish to wash. 🙂 If you're in a hurry, you can just microwave it for about half of the time that's indicated on the bag. It won't be frozen, but it also won't be totally cooked through and soft. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    7. Anna

      January 17, 2020 at 7:55 pm

      HI Blair, recipe sounds delicious! I am going to be making it for dinner tonight but was curious if rice could be added? Or would that throw off the recipe?
      Thanks! Anna

      Reply
      • Blair

        January 18, 2020 at 6:22 am

        Hi, Anna! Yes, you can probably add rice to the dish -- it just won't be as saucy if you have all of the rice in the pan soaking up that sauce. I normally just serve the rice on the plate and then put the chicken and sauce over top. Either way is probably fine. Let me know if you give it a try!

        Reply
    8. Debbie Kriegh

      September 07, 2020 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      This was amazing! I don’t ever use soups in my recipe so I did a fast lemon and chive cream sauce using fat-free cream. It is a recipe to swoon over. Thank you. I just signed up for your newsletter and am looking forward to trying many of your other recipes.

      Reply
    9. sierra

      February 25, 2021 at 4:48 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! I absolutely adore this recipe, and your website is so classy and welcoming. I put made this recipe and put it over boiled egg noodles, and it’s amazing. Thank you ! ❤️

      Reply
      • Blair

        February 25, 2021 at 5:06 pm

        Thank you so much for your kind words, Sierra! Glad that you enjoyed the meal! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Marilyn

      November 10, 2021 at 7:47 am

      5 stars
      Made this recipe last night….cut it in half since it is just my husband and I. It was delicious and so easy. Thinking this would be a good dish to bring to someone recuperating from surgery. Easy to just pop in the oven.

      Reply
      • Blair Lonergan

        November 10, 2021 at 12:24 pm

        Wonderful! Thanks, Marilyn. I'm so glad that you enjoyed it, and I appreciate you coming back to let me know. 🙂

        Reply

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