Description
Savor the creamy, cheesy goodness of Chicken Divan with Broccoli—a comforting casserole that combines tender chicken and vibrant broccoli for a delightful family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- 1. **Prepare Your Oven**: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. **Cook the Chicken**: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook them until browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes on each side). Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. **Steam the Broccoli**: In a pot or steamer basket over boiling water, steam broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- 4. **Make the Sauce**: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth.
- 5. **Combine Ingredients**: Layer sliced chicken and steamed broccoli in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
- 6. **Bake**: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider seasoning your chicken with herbs like thyme or rosemary before cooking. - You can substitute chicken with turkey or use cauliflower for a vegetarian version. - For a crispy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese before baking.