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Broccoli Chicken Divan

A classic comfort food casserole made with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce, topped with golden bread crumbs. It’s a family favorite perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Casserole, Comfort Food, Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 223 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken cubed
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken and broccoli in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually add chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly. Cook until mixture thickens and boils.
  • Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and cheese.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and broccoli.
  • Sprinkle bread crumbs over top.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

For an extra crunchy topping, mix the bread crumbs with a tablespoon of melted butter before sprinkling them on top. You can also swap the cheddar for Swiss or Gruyère for a deeper flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 12.2gProtein: 20.7gFat: 9.7gSaturated Fat: 5.5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 517mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 2.7g
Keyword baked casserole, broccoli, cheese sauce, chicken