Paula Deen Chicken Divan Recipe
The Paula Deen Chicken Divan Recipe is creamy, rich and full of comfort.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Broccoli
- Steam broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well.
Arrange Chicken and Broccoli
- Place broccoli in the baking dish. Spread cooked chicken evenly on top.
Make the Sauce
- In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.
Add Cheese
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Spread Sauce
- Pour sauce mixture over the chicken and broccoli. Spread evenly.
Add Topping
- In a small bowl, mix crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle over casserole.
Add Remaining Cheese
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.
Bake
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Serve
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for lighter option.
- Add a pinch of paprika for color and flavor.
- Use mozzarella or Swiss cheese for a different taste.
- Add cooked rice at the bottom for a complete meal.
- Do not overcook broccoli to keep texture fresh.