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    Easy Chicken Divan

    Home » Recipes » Dinner » Easy Chicken Divan

    Published: May 1, 2020 · Modified: Jan 4, 2024 by Jessica · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

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    If you love chicken divan casserole then you are going to love this easy and delicious chicken divan recipe! Double the recipe and then throw one in the freezer for later! 

    chicken divan casserole in white dish on granite counter by white tea towelI'm not lying when I say this easy chicken divan casserole is one of my favorite weeknight meals. Every year growing up my mother let us choose our favorite meal for dinner on our birthdays. So every year when my big day rolled around I chose this scrumptious dish.. and my whole family makes fun of me about it. Don't get me wrong, they all like it, but they just think "a casserole on your birthday?"

    Chicken Divan

    Well, even though I don't make it for my birthday anymore (take-out anyone?) I still love this easy recipe! It is flavorful, delicious, and not a little nostalgic for me! It reminds me of the movie Ratatouille, how at the end the critic is taken back to his childhood with the simple meal.  The bottom line is, this dish is not only one of my all time favorite casseroles ever, but it is happy and nostalgic for me.

    If you want to try a few of our other favorite casseroles, this is the actual best breakfast casserole (check out the reviews) and my kids love this easy tater-tot casserole, too! Or you can find all our easy weeknight meals here.

    Chicken Divan Recipe

    Here are some step by step photos to show you just how easy this chicken casserole is to throw together!

    For the Sauce:

    process shots for chicken divan sauce

    Top Left - Add your cream of chicken soup to a small bowl.

    Top Right - Add sour cream and lemon juice and mix together well.

    Bottom Left - Next, add curry powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

    Bottom Right - Mix together until well combined and set aside.

    Assemble Your Casserole:

    Now we are ready to assemble our casserole!

    process shots of making a chicken divan casserole

    Top Left - Cook your rice and add to the bottom of your casserole dish. Using leftover rice works great as well.

    Top Right - Cook your chicken, and cut it into bite sized pieces, then layer over rice. When I'm short on time, I love to use a rotisserie chicken.

    Bottom Left - Lightly steam your broccoli until just tender, you don't want it mushy, then break into small pieces and layer over chicken.

    Bottom Right - Now take your sauce and spoon generously over your broccoli, spreading evenly.

    Sprinkle on your cheese and you are ready to pop this baby in the oven!

    a casserole dish filled with casserole with unmelted cheese on the topBefore we get to the printable recipe, let's quickly answer some frequently asked questions!

    How long does Chicken Divan save in the fridge?

    Casserole saves great in the fridge for up to seven days.

    Can you freeze this Chicken Divan recipe?

    Yes! Just after adding cheese prior to baking, cover pan tightly with foil and stick in the freezer. Will last in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw overnight in fridge and cook according to recipe directions.

    Can I substitute cream of chicken for a different cream of soup?

    Yes. If you are out of cream of chicken but you have cream of celery or cream of mushroom you can use that instead. It may slightly change the taste of the final product, though.

    What vegetables are in Chicken Divan?

    This recipe is traditional chicken divan with broccoli, but you can also use carrots, cauliflower, or even a veggie mix of your favorites.

    How do you steam broccoli?

    If you need detailed instructions on how to steam broccoli see this post.

    corner of a casserole dish with a scoop of chicken divan on a wooden spoon

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    corner of a casserole dish with a scoop of chicken divan on a wooden spoon

    Chicken Divan Recipe

    Chicken Divan is a quick and easy chicken and broccoli casserole that your whole family will love!
    4.88 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 650kcal
    Author: Pretty Providence

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    Ingredients

    • 4 cups white rice pre-cooked
    • 4 chicken breasts pre-cooked
    • 2 heads of broccoli chopped
    • 1 cup shredded cheese
    • 14 oz cream of chicken soup
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 ½ tablespoon curry powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • Layer rice on the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish.
    • Cook and dice chicken and layer on top of the rice. When i'm in a hurry, I like to use a rotisserie chicken.
    • Steam broccoli florets (stop just as soon as a fork will go in easily) and spread over chicken layer.
    • Mix chicken soup, sour cream, lemon juice, curry, garlic powder and salt and pepper together and layer over broccoli.
    • Sprinkle with cheese.
    • Bake until heated through and cheese is bubbly, about 30 minutes.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    How long does Chicken Divan save in the fridge? 

    Casserole saves great in the fridge for up to seven days.

    Can you freeze this Chicken Divan recipe? 

    Yes! Just after adding cheese prior to baking, cover pan tightly with foil and stick in the freezer. Will last in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw overnight in fridge and cook according to recipe directions. 

    Can I substitute cream of chicken for a different cream of soup? 

    Yes. If you are out of cream of chicken but you have cream of celery or cream of mushroom you can use that instead. It may slightly change the taste of the final product, though. 

    What vegetables are in Chicken Divan?

    This recipe is traditional chicken divan with broccoli, but you can also use carrots, cauliflower, or even a veggie mix of your favorites. 

    How do you steam broccoli? 

    If you need detailed instructions on how to steam broccoli see this post. 
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 91g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 643mg | Potassium: 1118mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1271IU | Vitamin C: 139mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 3mg
    Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

    chicken divan casserole in a white dish on a white towel

    Chicken divan also makes great leftovers, sometimes I make extra so I can eat it for lunch all week! I hope you love it as much as I do!

    xo,
    jess-sig
    This post was originally published January 5th, 2015 and has been updated with new photos, recipe card and more detailed information.

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    1. Ashley T

      June 10, 2024 at 5:49 am

      5 stars
      Finally- a recipe that my whole family LOVED!! Thank you so much, great tips and instructions.

      Reply
    2. Sha

      June 10, 2024 at 5:43 am

      5 stars
      Brought this on a potluck, and I'm glad everyone liked it! There were no leftovers!

      Reply
    3. Beth

      June 09, 2024 at 11:13 am

      5 stars
      The curry flavor really came through and added so much to a simple casserole. Will Make again!

      Reply
      • Jessica

        June 12, 2024 at 3:20 pm

        So glad you loved it!

        Reply
    4. Jessica

      January 26, 2024 at 6:01 am

      5 stars
      I had heard of this but never thought it would be something I would make because it would be too hard but your instructions were so well laid out! Thank you, it was delish!

      Reply
    5. Vivian H

      January 26, 2024 at 4:34 am

      5 stars
      My first time making this at home and hubby loved it! I just wish I doubled the recipe- next time!

      Reply
    6. Sandy

      January 25, 2024 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      My mom made Chicken Divan all the time when I was growing up and I was so excited to find this recipe because it's just like the dish I remember! Thank you for taking me back to my childhood. :)

      Reply
      • Jessica

        January 25, 2024 at 3:08 pm

        You are so welcome! I'm glad you liked it :)

        Reply
    7. Sharon L. Kresge

      April 16, 2018 at 1:40 pm

      4 stars
      delicious...I add carrots and rice on bottom too...makes a complete meal
      !

      Reply
      • Jessica

        April 16, 2018 at 7:44 pm

        We have rice on the bottom of ours too- but i've never thought of carrots!

        Reply
    8. MelIssa

      April 13, 2018 at 2:09 pm

      5 stars
      Couldnt love this more. The flavor is perfect and everyone caMe back fkr seconds.

      Reply
      • Jessica

        April 13, 2018 at 2:15 pm

        Yay! That is the best ever!

        Reply
    9. Paula

      March 09, 2015 at 4:44 pm

      This looks delicious! I want to try it but my husband does not like the flavor of curry. Could I leave it out or substitute it with something else? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        March 09, 2015 at 5:21 pm

        I'm sure it would be fine without it! Good luck!

        Reply
    10. Cindy

      January 08, 2015 at 8:27 pm

      That looks amazing, I plan on making it tomorrow night. I think it will be a new family favourite. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        January 08, 2015 at 8:35 pm

        Hooray!! I hope everyone loves it! Best of luck!

        Reply
    11. Apple pie

      January 05, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      This looks delicious! Thanks for sharing a colorful meal.

      Reply
      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        January 05, 2015 at 1:14 pm

        You are so welcome!! Thanks for the sweet comment!

        Reply
    12. Kristina

      January 05, 2015 at 8:58 am

      This looks awesome and your photos are beautiful!

      Reply
      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        January 05, 2015 at 9:23 am

        Aww thank you so much! Photos have been a learning process for me for sure, you completely made my morning!

        Reply
    13. Pam from Over the Big Moon

      January 05, 2015 at 8:37 am

      Chicken Divan is one of my favorite meals too, but our sauce is pretty different. I'll for sure have to try this variation! I highly recommend if you have never tried this meal you should! Such a classic!

      Reply
      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        January 05, 2015 at 8:47 am

        Thanks so much!! Ya the sauces can vary a ton! I like pretty much all versions but this is my fave! I'll def. have to give yours a try!

        Reply

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