Chicken Divan

Name: Chicken Divan
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 cups Broccoli florets; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter; 1½ pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut crosswise into ½-inch strips; 1 small Small onion, finely chopped; 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, sliced; 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour; 3 cups Whole milk, room temperature; 3 cups Shredded medium-sharp cheddar cheese; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne pepper; ½ cup Sour cream; 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Recipe GLPR1ad3a995ace84a

American

Main Course

95 min

739 cal

Servings: 8

Oven

Stovetop

SNAP eligible

A creamy, comforting American casserole featuring tender chicken strips and fresh broccoli florets baked in a rich cheddar cheese sauce, topped with crispy panko crumbs. This elegant yet simple dish brings together sautéed mushrooms and onions in a velvety sauce enhanced with Dijon mustard and Worcestershire, finished with a golden, crunchy topping.

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Ingredients

5 cups Broccoli florets

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

6 tablespoons Unsalted butter

1½ pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut crosswise into ½-inch strips

1 small Small onion, finely chopped

8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, sliced

3 tablespoons All-purpose flour

3 cups Whole milk, room temperature

3 cups Shredded medium-sharp cheddar cheese

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

⅛ teaspoon Cayenne pepper

½ cup Sour cream

1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the broccoli florets. Cook for 4 minutes until just tender-crisp, then drain well and set aside.
Season the chicken breast strips generously with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted and foaming, add the seasoned chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Transfer to a plate.
In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of the remaining butter. Reduce heat to medium and sauté the chopped onion for 2 minutes until softened. Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet with the mushrooms and onions. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir constantly for 2 minutes to create a roux, allowing the flour to cook and remove any raw taste.
Slowly pour in the room-temperature milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer and thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Gently fold the sour cream into the cheese sauce until fully incorporated.
Transfer the cooked chicken strips and blanched broccoli florets to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken and broccoli, stirring gently to distribute evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the 2 tablespoons of melted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Sprinkle the buttered panko mixture over the top of the casserole.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the panko topping is golden brown and the sauce bubbles gently around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve over cooked egg noodles or steamed white rice.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

Chicken Divan hits the mark as a reliable casserole for a Charlotte family: broccoli, chicken, and basic pantry staples are universally available at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Kroger, and Walmart without special trips. The cost per serving lands around $2.50–$3.00 driven mainly by chicken breast and cheese, which is reasonable for a composed dish. The 95-minute total time is honest if you're roasting chicken from scratch, though using store-bought rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken breast cuts it to 45 minutes and saves money; the recipe should specify this. It's a true crowd-pleaser for families—eight servings, minimal fussing once assembled, and it reheats well in the oven, making it ideal for weeknight prep or meal prep.