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Chicken & Rice Divan

Chicken & Rice Divan is a quintessential Southern comfort dish designed for efficiency and flavor. It combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp broccoli in a rich, cheesy sauce that bakes into a cohesive, hearty meal.

This recipe is a reliable solution for busy weeknights, offering a balanced combination of protein, starch, and vegetables in a single baking dish. It is a practical, no-fuss dinner that delivers consistent results, making it a dependable choice for feeding a family quickly without sacrificing the depth of flavor associated with traditional home cooking. It remains a staple in kitchens across the South precisely because it is functional, nourishing, and easily assembled.

Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 40 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 400.0  F
Estimated Cost: 12
Best Season: Year-round
Description

Brimming with flavor and soul, this classic dish is the perfect way to bring a little bit of the South to your kitchen.

Ingredients:
  • 2 10oz. pkg. frozen broccoli
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups chicken, cooked & chopped
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 2 tbsps butter
  • 2 tbsps flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsps lemon juice
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. 1
    Cook broccoli, drain well, and spread in an even layer across the bottom of a buttered 13x9 inch baking dish.
  2. 2
    Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the cooked broccoli base.
  3. 3
    Layer the cooked, chopped chicken over the cheese and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. 4
    Add the layer of cooked rice over the chicken.
  5. 5
    Prepare the sauce by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisking in the flour, and gradually stirring in the milk until thickened.
  6. 6
    Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and sour cream until smooth.
  7. 7
    Pour the prepared sauce thoroughly over the rice, chicken, and broccoli, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
  8. 8
    Top the dish with the remaining shredded cheese.
  9. 9
    Bake at 400 degrees until the cheese is melted and golden brown, and the casserole is bubbling throughout.
Keywords: southern, home cooking, delicious
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Pamela
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Just a Southern gal with a huge collection of recipe's that finds tremendous joy in preparing and serving great meals to my family and friends. Spending time with them and having great conversations at the dinner table (with a great meal) makes life complete.