Broccoli Chicken Divan

Ingredients and Weight:

• Broccoli florets (1.5 lbs)
• Cooked chicken breast (1 lb)
• Cream of chicken soup (1 can, 10.75 oz)
• Cream of celery soup (1 can, 10.75 oz)
• Sour cream (1 cup)
• Milk (1/2 cup)
• Shredded cheddar cheese (2 cups)
• Ritz crackers (1 sleeve)
• Butter (1/4 cup, melted)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook broccoli florets in boiling water until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, sour cream, and milk.
4. Stir in half of the broccoli florets and half of the cheddar cheese.
5. In a separate bowl, crumble the Ritz crackers and combine with the melted butter.
6. Spread the remaining broccoli florets in an even layer in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Pour the chicken mixture over the broccoli.
8. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 360
• Fat: 20g (30% DV)
• Cholesterol: 70mg (23% DV)
• Sodium: 800mg (35% DV)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (8% DV)
• Protein: 25g (50% DV)

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and cheesy
• Rich and flavorful
• Comfort food classic
• Perfect for a crowd

User Comments:

• "This is the best broccoli chicken divan I've ever had!"
• "I love the crispy Ritz cracker topping."
• "It's a great dish to serve at a dinner party or family gathering."
• "I always double the recipe because it's so popular."
• "I add some sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh broccoli florets for the best flavor and texture.
• If you don't have Ritz crackers, you can use any other brand of butter crackers.
• If you want a richer flavor, use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of celery soup.
• Bake the casserole until it's bubbly and the topping is golden brown, but not too long, or it will dry out.
• Let the casserole stand for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.