Chicken Divan Casserole (Printable Version)

Creamy chicken and broccoli bake topped with golden crackers and cheddar for a crowd-pleasing dinner.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Protein & Vegetables

01 - 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 3 cups fresh broccoli florets

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon curry powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Creamy Sauce Base

08 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of broccoli cheese soup
09 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
11 - 1/4 cup whole milk
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

→ Toppings

13 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
14 - 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
02 - Toss chicken cubes with garlic powder, onion powder, curry powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
04 - Boil broccoli florets for about 5 minutes until fork-tender but still crisp. Drain thoroughly.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of broccoli cheese soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, and lemon juice until smooth.
06 - Add cooked chicken, drained broccoli, and 1½ cups of cheddar cheese to the sauce mixture. Stir gently to coat evenly.
07 - Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with crushed Ritz crackers and the remaining ½ cup of cheese.
08 - Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until crackers are golden and the casserole is bubbly at the edges.
09 - Let the casserole rest for 8–10 minutes before serving. Serve alone or over rice with a side salad.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Do not overcook the broccoli, as it continues cooking in the oven.
02 - Casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake.
03 - Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and taste better the next day.

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