Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe

August 10, 2025
Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe

The Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe is a simple comfort food dish that tastes amazing.

This easy casserole has tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy cheese sauce. It’s perfect for family dinners or when you want to impress guests.

This recipe turns basic ingredients into something special that everyone will love.

When I First Tried This Recipe

I first had this Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe at a friend’s dinner party. The flavors were so good that I asked for the recipe right away.

The mix of chicken, broccoli, and cheese sauce was perfect. Now I make it all the time for my family.

Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe

What You Need

Equipment: 9×13 baking dish, saucepan, whisk, knife, cutting board

Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds chicken breasts
  • 2 pounds fresh broccoli
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ cups cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper

How to Make It

  1. Heat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook chicken until done.
  3. Steam broccoli for 4 minutes.
  4. Cut chicken into small pieces.
  5. Melt butter in pan.
  6. Add flour and whisk.
  7. Add milk slowly while whisking.
  8. Add cream and cheese.
  9. Season with salt and pepper.
  10. Put chicken in baking dish.
  11. Add broccoli on top.
  12. Pour sauce over everything.
  13. Add breadcrumbs on top.
  14. Bake for 30 minutes.
  15. Let cool for 10 minutes.

Recipe Tips

  1. Use fresh cheese for better melting
  2. Don’t overcook the broccoli
  3. Let the dish rest before serving
  4. Season each part separately
  5. Keep sauce warm while assembling

What to Serve With Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe

Rice: Plain white rice soaks up the creamy sauce perfectly.

Green Salad: Fresh lettuce with simple dressing adds crunch and freshness.

Dinner Rolls: Warm bread helps you enjoy every bit of the cheese sauce.

Conclusion

This Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe is easy to make and always turns out great. The creamy sauce and tender chicken make it a family favorite.

It’s simple enough for weeknight dinners but fancy enough for company. Try this recipe and see why everyone loves it!

Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe

Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe

John
The Barefoot Contessa Chicken Divan Recipe is a simple comfort food dish that tastes amazing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds chicken breasts
  • 2 pounds fresh broccoli
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ cups cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook chicken until done.
  • Steam broccoli for 4 minutes.
  • Cut chicken into small pieces.
  • Melt butter in pan.
  • Add flour and whisk.
  • Add milk slowly while whisking.
  • Add cream and cheese.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Put chicken in baking dish.
  • Add broccoli on top.
  • Pour sauce over everything.
  • Add breadcrumbs on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes.

Notes

  1. Use fresh cheese for better melting
  2. Don’t overcook the broccoli
  3. Let the dish rest before serving
  4. Season each part separately
  5. Keep sauce warm while assembling
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