Chicken Divan Dish (Printable Version)

A creamy, hearty mix of chicken and broccoli, layered with cheese and crunchy cracker topping. Perfect comfort food!

# Ingredients:

→ Protein & Vegetables

01 - 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
02 - 2 pounds chicken breasts, no skin or bones, diced into small cubes

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 teaspoon curry powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ¼ teaspoon fresh black pepper
07 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Creamy Sauce Base

08 - ½ cup sour cream
09 - 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
10 - 1 can (10.5 oz) broccoli cheese soup
11 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
12 - ¼ cup whole milk

→ Toppings

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

# Steps:

01 - Turn your oven to 350 degrees F. Coat an 8x8 baking dish by spraying cooking spray or lightly brushing with olive oil.
02 - Dice chicken into small chunks. Mix them with the garlic, onion, and curry powders, then add the salt and pepper until they're all covered evenly.
03 - Warm up a large skillet to medium heat. Sauté the chicken 5-7 minutes, flipping a few times, until it's browned all over and fully cooked. Place it on a plate when done.
04 - Boil a pot of water and toss in the broccoli florets. Let them cook for around 5 minutes so they're tender but stay firm. Drain and leave to cool a bit.
05 - Stir together the two soups, sour cream, milk, and lemon juice in a big bowl. Keep mixing until it's smooth.
06 - Add the cooked chicken, broccoli, and 1½ cups of cheese into the creamy sauce. Fold it all together so it’s well-coated.
07 - Spread the chicken-broccoli mixture evenly into your baking dish. Scatter the Ritz cracker crumbs on top, then sprinkle the last ½ cup of cheese over everything.
08 - Put it in the oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, until bubbly at the edges and the crackers turn a nice golden color.
09 - Let it sit for about 8-10 minutes so everything firms up, then serve it on its own or over rice with a quick green salad.

# Notes:

01 - Avoid overcooking your broccoli. It’ll finish cooking in the oven.
02 - You can prepare the whole dish ahead of time, cover, and keep it in the fridge until ready to bake.
03 - Leftovers stay good in the refrigerator for 3 days max.
04 - Works great as a standalone meal or served with rice and rolls.

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