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Quick and Simple Broccoli Chicken Divan At Home

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Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or chopped
  • 4 cups broccoli florets steamed until just tender
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter for the topping
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional for topping

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Ingredients:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or similar size casserole dish.

Layer Broccoli and Chicken:

  • Arrange the steamed broccoli evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Layer the cooked chicken over the broccoli.

Make the Sauce:

  • In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, until bubbly.
  • Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream, Dijon mustard, and half of the cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combine and Bake:

  • Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken and broccoli in the dish.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the sauce.
  • In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter and Parmesan cheese, if using. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.

Serve:

  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving to set the sauce a bit.
  • Serve warm, ideally with a side of rice or crusty bread to complete the meal.