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Chicken Divan
Recipe courtesy Paula Deen Show: Paula's Home Cooking Episode: Newlyweds Overall User Rating: 
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Too rich and creamy and unhealthy....
07/11/2008 at 11:29pm
User: Amanda from Lewisville, TX User Rating:
One of my friends grandmother used to make this for me when I was younger and I loved it. I haven't had it in years. I made this because it is very similar and I didn't care for it very much at all. It is good if you like the creamy, soupy, cheesy stuff smothered over chicken and broccoli. Just too rich for me.
Great Meal for New Moms!
07/10/2008 at 08:22pm
User: Corey from Stockbridge, GA User Rating:
This is a great meal to bring to new moms (add a salad, good bread, and some brownies) -- my friends who have received this treat have all expressed their "High 5's" for the comfort value and yumminess of Paula's Chicken Divan!
Chicken Divan
06/12/2008 at 09:14pm
User: Barbara from North Brunswick, NJ User Rating:
Too much using mayo, sour cream, cheese, 2 cans of mushroom soup. Heavy and goupy, the other flavors get lost.
Devine Divan!
06/10/2008 at 10:54pm
User: Beth from mansfield, TX User Rating:
Simple to prepare. My family loved it including our picky 2 yr. old. I served it over rice which made it even better. I will definitely make this again. Thanks Paula for another fantastic recipe.
My favorite dish!
06/10/2008 at 09:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I LOVE this meal. I serve it over white rice that I cook in chicken broth. Also, I use low-fat soup and sour cream and it still tastes fabulous. In order to give the chicken lots of flavor I season it with garlic powder and pepper, then bake it before shredding. One other adjustment is that I use cayenne pepper instead of curry. So tasty!
Oh My Gosh - this is terrific!
05/07/2008 at 10:19am
User: VICKY from Nashville, TN User Rating:
My cousin first made this recipe and it brought tears to my eyes. I made it about three times in a row for my family. I like to add a little more curry to taste. It's such a great retro dish for entertaining - people don't expect Chicken Divan and they just love it!
My family's favorite
05/02/2008 at 03:16pm
User: Vonda from Venice, FL User Rating:
The first time i prepared this i made a few changes, which met with my family's overwhelming approval. I used cauliflower on the bottom of the casserole, then a layer of grilled legs and thighs de-boned, then mixed the cheese with the remaining ingredients minus the and spread on the the top. I also put a layer of cheddar cheese on the top and sprinkled 2 tbs. of saki on the top of the mixture .
good
04/15/2008 at 10:57pm
User: Erica from New York, NY User Rating:
this is a good weeknight dinner, nothing spectacular but not bad. i used 1 can of cream of mush and added a little more miracle whip (no mayo on hand) and i didnt have sour cream so i used heavy cream. it still turned out well a little more saucy. i think it could have used more cheese, but then i am a cheesy lovin gal.
excellent
04/13/2008 at 06:36pm
User: NANCY from Dexter, NY User Rating:
We all loved this dish. I omitted the curry and used chicken broth instead of the wine. I also made it with leftover white meat turkey instead of chicken but it was excellent. My husband asked me if there was any more after having eaten all the leftovers the next day. I will be making it again!
Tasted Better The Next DAy
04/04/2008 at 10:12am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish is very creamy and definatley makes a whole lot. Didn't care for it much the first night but tasted better the next. I think I would leave out the mayo though. I think w/the cream soup and sour cream it's rich enough.
Interesting But Comfortable
03/24/2008 at 11:34am
User: Amy from Irving, TX User Rating:
I would make this again...My husband LOVED it, and I enjoyed the texture & unique addition of the curry, although I'll probably use a bit less of it next time. (A little goes a LONG way.) It was a pretty simple comfort food to make.
This is sooooo good!
03/22/2008 at 11:15am
User: Carol from Chippewa Falls, WI User Rating:
I have made this dish several times, it is quick, easy and sooo good! Anything Paula makes is GOOD! Keep it up Paula.
Very Good Chicken Divan
03/20/2008 at 10:16pm
User: SUSAN from Shelby Township, MI User Rating:
I made this recipe for my family and it was a hit. However, I'm not a fan of curry, so I omitted it. For the chicken, I snagged a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store prepared foods counter and diced it up, saving myself some time and adding another layer of flavor. Without the curry, the rest of the flavors were very pleasant, including the lemon. And, it was great the next day at work reheated in the microwave.
So good...I made it lower fat!
03/18/2008 at 01:09pm
User: Allison from Fayetteville, AR User Rating:
I used light sour cream and Mayo and healthy request version of cream soups. This should cut quite a few fat grams and calories out of a rich casserole. It still tastes great! I grew up eating this casserole and I can't tell the difference. Paula's version is the best I've made!
Easy and delicious
03/12/2008 at 11:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I loved this dish! Very easy to prepare and flavorful - I can see why some might think it's too rich, but my family enjoyed it. Thanks Paula Deen!
Excellent!!
03/06/2008 at 01:00pm
User: Linnette from Miramar, FL User Rating:
It is a rich delicious dish!! My husband doesn't even like curry and he loved it. Will definitely make again!!
bad ingredients, bad outcome
03/04/2008 at 06:02pm
User: A from Alexandria, VA User Rating:
I don't know what I was thinking when I chose to make this. Save yourself some time and put a piece of chicken and a gallon of mayonaise in a blender and eat with a spoon.
Not so great
02/27/2008 at 03:55pm
User: Christena from Bridge City, TX User Rating:
My husband and I usually love any recipe of Paula's, but we did not enjoy this one. We substituted chicken broth for the wine. The curry powder and lemon give this dish a very strong flavor. We also felt that is was too "soupy". If I were to make this again, I would cut out the curry powder and use only one can of soup.
Great Recipe, fast and easy
02/27/2008 at 01:05pm
User: Rebecca from Sand Springs, OK User Rating:
Ok, here is my take on this recipe. I watched this episode and thought it looked wonderful, so I thought I would try it. Mine didn't turn out as pretty as Paula's but it was still great. I followed the recipe to the "t" except I didn't use curry and I used 2 cups of shredded cheddar, I am like Paula on the cheese issue, you can't have too much cheese. I haven't ever cooked with curry, and feeding 3 children didn't want to try it on this recipe. My Chicken Divan didn't come out soupy either and I am the queen of funny taste, and didn't taste anything funny either. My kids loved it (15yr,12yr and 19mo)My husband loved it. I was just wondering on the people who said it was soupy if they didn't mix up the broccoli, soupy mix, and cheese. I almost made that mistake, because when they said layer it, I overlooked the part that said then mix it with a spatula until I almost put the topping on. I cut my prep time in half my adding 3 bigger cans of chicken (from Walmart at $2 a can), instead of cooking chicken. GREAT RECIPE, FEEDS A BUNCH!
great hot
02/20/2008 at 10:40pm
User: natalie from north versailles, PA User Rating:
if you eat this hot it is amazing. i used chicken legs and instead of cream of mushroom i used roasted garlic cream of mushroom so yummy
Had better...
02/20/2008 at 10:58am
User: Kelly from Mooresville, NC User Rating:
I was excited about the curry and wine mix compared to other recipes I'd tried, but it didn't turn out too tasty. (Husband and I threw out the extras instead of keeping.) Up side - can easily be split in half for a smaller group or can be prepared for a cook one now and cook one later dish. Perhaps I should've prepared the chicken differently...
So Good!!
02/20/2008 at 09:06am
User: Katy from San Diego, CA User Rating:
This recipe for Chicken Divan is so close to the recipe my Mom made for us growing up I can't beleive it...really terrific. I love the hint of curry...I agree with a previous review that cubing the chicken works better than shredding. I have made this dish many times, always to rave reviews...even from Mom!!
too rich
02/20/2008 at 12:43am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We would definitely never make this again. I should have guessed that it would be too rich with cheese, mayo and sour cream. I also thought the amount of curry was to much. I only used half the amount.
A Family Favorite
02/07/2008 at 10:05am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Just a suggestion to cook (not just thaw) the brocolli slightly before adding, as it was a bit too crunchy as directed. (Just a minute or two more should do.) I also substituted sherry for the wine, and it really pulled together the flavors of the other ingredients. This was a big hit with the men in the house.
Had to Throw Away
02/06/2008 at 04:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was inedible. We threw almost the entire pan out, which was a shame because all of the ingredients made it a fairly costly recipe. All I could taste was hot mayonnaise, which is as unpleasant as it sounds. Will try something else from Paula instead -- without so much mayo!
Very easy
02/03/2008 at 08:51am
User: Lori from Flagstaff, AZ User Rating:
I read the reviews for this and decided that poaching the chicken was a good idea-I do this often ahead of time and freeze them when I have extra. Like having rotisserie chicken in your freezer. Anyway, I poached the chicken, used cream of chicken soup (personal preference) and used less sour cream more mayo, also personal preference. We love curry (I make my own) so I doubled it. Also had a handful of frozen cauliflower and threw that in with the brocholi. An excellent addition. I halved this recipe and still there was enough for two meals for 2 people!
Nice n' Easy
02/02/2008 at 10:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very flavorful,and easy to make! I wish I did have this recipe when I was a newlywed!
Excellent
02/01/2008 at 05:27pm
User: Emily from Shippensburg , PA User Rating:
This was a great and easy recipe. I loved the flavor (better than my mother's chicken divan!). I used low to no fat sour cream, mayo, and cream of mushroom soup and it was still great! I can't wait to make it for my new husband when I get married next may:)
TOO MUCH MAYO
01/30/2008 at 10:27am
User: Page from Alexandria, VA User Rating:
I could feel my arteries clogging up while I ate.
family pleasing
01/29/2008 at 09:56pm
User: Kim from Huntington Beach, CA User Rating:
I cooked this chicken divan for my family and they loved it. Even my daughter's picky eater friend loved it. Definitely a crowd pleaser.
Wonderful Comfort Food
01/29/2008 at 07:12pm
User: Sandi from Des Moines, IA User Rating:
This recipe was great! Insted of using Cream of Mushroom soup I used Cream of Chicken. I didn't use the wine but the other raters said it needed the liquid so I put about 1/2 cup of milk. I cut my chiken in big chunks and sauted it with garlic. I didn't use the curry powder but that was because I didn't have any. I may try it the next time.
not good
01/29/2008 at 12:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I'm disappointed Paula usually I love your recipies but this is really terrible.
You Know What?
01/29/2008 at 07:24am
User: jennifer from moreno valley, CA User Rating:
Curry has no place being in Chicken Divan! Sorry Paula, love ya!
Darn Good
01/28/2008 at 08:26pm
User: Julie from Westport, CT User Rating:
I made this for the first time tonight and it was a hit, even with my daughter who won't eat anything. I especially liked the fleeting note of curry. It made enough for two meals for the four of us so that's even better! I roasted chicken breasts for the chicken meat so it was extra flavorful. Thanks Paula!
My fiance made this and we actually had a fight over it
01/28/2008 at 12:15pm
User: DEANNA from CANTON, MS User Rating:
My fiance made this cassarole and substituted the broccoli for spinich because he loves spinich. It was very good. I only got two servings of it and he ate the rest. I am looking forward to him making it again.
I agree with others
01/27/2008 at 07:09pm
User: Mark from Golden Valley, MN User Rating:
My partner and I enjoyed this recipe but thanks to other reviews, I reduced the sauce just a bit to make it less creamy. I would serve it over rice next time. You have to like curry to enjoy this beacuse even a small bit of curry goes a long way :)
Very Tweakable
01/27/2008 at 01:43pm
User: Lori from Flagstaff, AZ User Rating:
I also used cream of chicken soup (personal preference). Doubled the curry (I make my own and we love curry).Also used more mayo than sour cream.(Also personal preference). Used fresh brocoli (cause I had some I needed to use) and added some frozen cauliflower cause I had just a little left in the bag. I used garlic bread crumbs but next time I will use plain as it seemed to be too salty. But I halved the recipe and there was still enough for 2 meals for 2 people. Corn would also be good in this.
TOO Rich
01/26/2008 at 07:56pm
User: Marla from VAIL, AZ User Rating:
This recipe was too creamy with mayo, cream of mushroom and sour cream. Tasted funny with the wine.
I've never tasted anything like this!
01/25/2008 at 01:38am
User: Alicia from Shoreline, WA User Rating:
Whatever else I may have to say about this dish, the first thing that came to my mind when I took a bite was "I have never in my life tasted anything like this!" My first impression was that might not be such a good thing. This dish tastes so odd that it takes a few bites to get used to. After several more bites I found myself liking it more and more though. I halved the recipe because I'm cooking for 2. However, just half of the recipe makes a full casserole dish. Other than that, I followed the recipe exactly. I didn't have any problem with the dish being too soupy. Since I'd seen that a lot of people had had that problem, I drained my broccoli with a cheese cloth to get all the water out. The biggest problem I had with the dish is it's a bit too flavorful. It doesn't taste as creamy as you would expect it to. I contribute that to the lemon and curry, and also the mayo. I could really taste the mayo. However, matched with rice the dish mellows a bit. Surprisingly, the brocolli really makes this dish. It's the perfect complement to the flavor of the sauce. In fact, I may add a bit more brocolli next time I make it. I'm giving the recipe a 4 because due to it's unconventionality a lot of people probably won't like it and some people will absolutely love it. A 5 for me is something I think everyone will love. I do think it's worth a try though, and I'll probably make it again, depending on how my sweetie likes it.
Delicious
01/24/2008 at 01:03pm
User: Terri from Dearborn, MI User Rating:
I love Paula's recipes, and this one was delicious! Very easy to make.
Curried chicken divan
01/19/2008 at 03:17pm
User: kiara from Paradise Valley, AZ User Rating:
Have made this recipe for years, everyone loves it - have had so many friends and family make this recipe (never used wine, always milk,tho), great taste, cannot imagine why anyone would say it is "soupy", as other recipes, must not follow directions...can always use fresh broccoli if you don't like frozen.
great
01/16/2008 at 06:00pm
User: mitzi from clarksville, TN User Rating:
great !!!!!!!!!!!!
Too creamy
01/15/2008 at 09:43pm
User: Christin from Urbandale, IA User Rating:
I never thought I'd write the title of a review as, "too creamy." But this recipe was not a hit with my family. The topping didn't give it enough crunch for all the smooth texture. And the curry flavor was distracting.
Easy and Delicious
01/01/2008 at 12:45pm
User: SHARON from Greenville, SC User Rating:
I made this recipe for a friend who had a baby, and she said it was the best meal they received. I took the meal to coworkers for lunch one day, and everyone wanted the recipe.
A Real Crowd-Pleaser!
12/17/2007 at 02:10am
User: Julianne from Tarazana, CA User Rating:
What great tastes this has...curry, a little lemon (for freshness) with a creamy decadence! Most importantly, my kids and hubby simply loved this dish. Comfort food updated!
Great casserole
12/14/2007 at 05:38pm
User: Lynne from Surrey, WA User Rating:
I took this dish to a hen party and everyone loved it. I'm not crazy about broccoli so used peas instead. The curry is just enough to give it a different flavor. I also made it a little more figure friendly by using low-fat sour cream and low-fat mayonnaise. It still tasted great.
Good stuff!
11/29/2007 at 06:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Made this with leftover smoked Thanksgiving turkey instead, and it was really good. I'm not usually a fan of "cream of"s, but as my husband LOVES casseroles and I needed to use up the turkey, I tried it. I agree that it's pretty saucy and rich, so it needs to be served over rice (and it looks nothing like the picture).
Chicken Divan by Paula Deen
11/25/2007 at 09:19pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent. My guests raved and asked for the recipe.
Delicious and so easy
11/25/2007 at 07:22pm
User: ERIN from Arlington, VA User Rating:
I served it on top of whole grain egg noodles - yum!
very rich
11/25/2007 at 02:19pm
User: sara from middle river, MD User Rating:
This was good, but very heavy and rich. It was very easy to make. I'll have to try it again and cut back on some of the soups.
too much sauce
11/21/2007 at 09:28pm
User: Debra from Dayton, OH User Rating:
Great flavor. My son loved it. My husband and I felt that there was way too much sauce. Made the casserole runny. Will make again, but cut the sauce in half.
I really wanted to like this more than I did.
11/13/2007 at 12:45pm
User: ROSE from Whigham, GA User Rating:
Like some of the other reviewers, I found the tastes in this dish did not come together as well as I had hoped. I followed the recipe as written. Overall, my family and I liked it alright, but thought it had an unusually sharp taste. Maybe cutting out some or all the lemon juice would have made it better? I liked the crumb topping and will definitely use it again for other things. While this dish certainly was far from being a failure, I doubt I would make it again.
good
11/12/2007 at 06:33am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
easy
Great Chicken Casserole
10/23/2007 at 05:46pm
User: christy from nashville, TN User Rating:
I halved this recipe easily, having only two to feed. The first time I did add the curry, and left it out the next adding garlic powder instead. I liked it both ways. The curry does give it a different flavor entirely...try it at least once. I used fried onions as a topping, for low carb reasons...my husband loves this! This is also one of those kinds of casseroles that get better overnight, always even better the next day! Thanks Paula!
Ok
10/15/2007 at 01:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I found this recipe to be fairly easy to put together. It looks really good as well. However, I think the white wine overpowered the rest of the ingredients.
Love It
10/13/2007 at 06:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Love the recipe. For a change I often add some cooked white rice.
Even my picky husband loved it
10/07/2007 at 08:50pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish was a hit Even my picky husband loved it and I found it extremely easy to prepare. The only subsititution I used parmesean flavor croutons in place of bread crumbs. This will definately be prepared regularly in our household.
measurements
10/02/2007 at 11:46pm
User: Charles from San Francisco, CA User Rating:
How come so many of Paula's recipes measure meat and fish in CUPS? Have you ever gone to the meat counter and asked for 3 cups of chicken? At least give another measurement in lbs. or ounces for those of us who do not work in a restaurant. I don't get it. Can someone explain?
too rich
10/01/2007 at 07:57pm
User: Cindy from Box Elder, SD User Rating:
I enjoyed the first 2 bites of this dish, but the extreme heaviness became sickening. If I were to make this again, I would substitute one can of chicken stock for a can of the Crm. of Mushroom. The sauce was unique, but far too rich for my taste. My husband liked the flavor, but also commented that it was too rich.
Very good
09/30/2007 at 12:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a good recipe, but it was a tad "sour creamy" for my taste. Next time I make it, I'll cut back on the sour cream. My husband loved it just the way it was!
fantastic
09/22/2007 at 03:11pm
User: becky from Casa Grande, AZ User Rating:
I have made this recipe several times, always to great success. My husband and I LOVE the flavor of the curry so I usually double it. It also makes a ton of food so I cut the recipe in half and it is still plenty for the two of us to eat at least three times.
great
09/18/2007 at 09:14pm
User: null from null, null User Rating:
I made this for my husband and I and we both really liked it. I cut the recipe in half and used low fat or fat free for the sour cream, mayo and cream of mushroom. I would probably make it again.
Great taste
09/18/2007 at 12:17pm
User: Heidi from Canton, GA User Rating:
This tastes great-but it a little on the saucy side. I cannot wait to invent a low cal version of this!
My husband loved this
09/18/2007 at 09:14am
User: Vicky from knoxville, TN User Rating:
He said he would eat this every night
Did not like
09/17/2007 at 09:27pm
User: SHARON from Lakeside, AZ User Rating:
I have to say that I can't really put my finger on what it was we didn't like about it. We like all the ingredients - I think it is the combination of wine and curry. I cook with curry all the time - I've never used wine though. We had to throw this out - we just didn't like it. I followed the recipe exactly since it was my first time to make this dish. I won't be making this again.
Chicken Divan
09/17/2007 at 04:49pm
User: jennifer from st paul, MN User Rating:
I did not care for this dish. It is just to rich for me and I do not like curry. However, I have made it 3 times already for my husband. He loves it. He said it definately needs the wine and the lemon juice to 'cut' the richness of the rest of the ingredients. A lightening of the sauce if you will.
Too Soupy
09/17/2007 at 12:06pm
User: Luana from Laguna Beach, CA User Rating:
I cut the recipe in half as others have done but it came out too sloppy. Definately have to halve ALL ingredients, including the wine, and measure carefully. (An earlier reviewer stated that the wine amount should remain the same even when halving the recipe - Wrong!!!!) Flavor wasn't bad, but not worth making again.
Awsome Recipie
09/12/2007 at 03:09pm
User: Jennifer from Princeton, WI User Rating:
SOOOOOOOO Good!!! Anything Paula Deen makes is the best!!!
Sinfully yummy
09/12/2007 at 01:22pm
User: Linda from Stockton, CA User Rating:
I walked into my sister-in-law's home to the wonderful aroma of this this baking in her oven. It was ready to serve and she offered me a bite to see if it was something I would like to serve my family...and the I thought, "The heck with my family, I want to make for MYSELF!" The mild curry flavor with the broccholi and chicken and the creamy sauce teased my tastebuds until I got home to my computer to look up the recipe. I'll be making it for dinner tonight! Thanks Paula!
altered and still delicious
09/09/2007 at 03:11pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I whipped this up last minute last night. Had to use boneless chicken breasts, cut in bite sizes ~ worked fine. Had only 1 can of soup but it was plenty. Added a smidge more mayo and sour cream to compensate for soup deficiency. Also used fresh, steamed broccoli because that is what I had. Also did not have white wine so used a pinot that I did have and it was also fine. Did not have cheddar so used gruyere and a couple of other hard, white cheeses. All in all, it was delicious and proves the flexibility of the recipe. Would definitely make again and would like to add mushrooms and probably more wine and curry. Just personal taste. This recipe can tolerate a good deal of improvisation which is an excellent quality in a good recipe!
FAST EASY YUMMY
09/08/2007 at 01:25pm
User: TENA from VINTON, VA User Rating:
This receipe was easy to make and my entire family loved it. Even the kids. We added this one to our keeper list.
Loved it!
09/07/2007 at 04:12pm
User: diana from denver, CO User Rating:
Paula's recipes are always great, but my husband and I absolutely loved this. I made it with some "lighter" sour cream and soup and it was still great.
Modifications
09/06/2007 at 01:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a really good recipe. I did make some changes to it, that is why I gave it 4 stars. Instead of curry, I used dejon mustard. I also did not use as much chicken as the recipe called for. My chicken was leftover BBQ chicken from the night before, so it had lots of flavor. I also added cooked brown rice to the bottom first before the veggies. It made for a complete meal. My husband almost went back for thirds!!
Delicious!
09/04/2007 at 12:53pm
User: GINA from Howell, NJ User Rating:
This recipe is fantastic. I have made it many times and everyone always asks for the recipe. It is so easy to make too!
A Little Bit of Heaven!
09/01/2007 at 09:20pm
User: Gail from Carrollton, GA User Rating:
Paula, you've done it again! I made this dish tonight, and it's truly delicious. Served with a side of rice and a nice salad, it's a major hit in this household!
Very similar to old Southern family recipe
08/30/2007 at 05:55pm
User: Jason from Eglin, FL User Rating:
in my family. This is not quite as good of course (sorry Paula!), but still good! Some variations our recipe uses: semi-cooked yellow rice (Mahatma saffron yellow) in bottom of buttered casserole (what else); semi-steamed whole broccoli stalks layered on top of rice; cooked chopped chicken layered on top of broccoli (breasts cooked whole in seasoned water of Holy Trinity and rosemary, thyme, s&p, and a lemon and then chopped); cream of chicken soup instead of mushroom; no sour cream; grated parmesan in sauce mixture that's then poured and smoothed over the chicken; topped first with grated cheeses as hinted, then with breadcrumbs, then with butter or Pam spray. For the curry haters, there is no substitute. It makes the dish! It's even better the next day. Don't forget to drain, drain, and drain chicken and broccoli after they cook or you will have a watery mess in the end.
BETTER THAN EXPECTED !!
08/23/2007 at 09:30am
User: DALE from NAPLES, FL User Rating:
MY HUSBAND GAVE ME 12 OUT OF 10 !! THIS RECIPE CAN EASILY BE CUT IN HALF TO MAKE FOUR VERY GENEROUS SERVINGS. I DID WHAT PAULA SUGGESTED AND SERVED IT WITH RICE. ALTHOUGH I HALVED THE RECIPE, I MADE THE TOPPING WITH THE SAME AMOUNT AS I LIKE A REAL CRUNCH,CRISPY TOP ON MY CASSEROLES. WILL ADD SLICED ALMONDS TO THE TOPPING NEXT TIME. THANKS PAULA ... YOU DID IT AGAIN !!
Not too bad
08/17/2007 at 07:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was the first time I had ever had this dish. It was pretty good. Not one of my favorites, but I will probably make again.
nice!
08/11/2007 at 01:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
great meal
Paula Deen's Chicken Divan
08/09/2007 at 04:44am
User: Gerald from LaGrange, KY User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe, works up easy and is packed with flavor.
penny b montgomery, pa
08/05/2007 at 06:23pm
User: penny from montgomery, PA User Rating:
this recipe was very easy to make and it was a family favorite we all loved it and will make it again and again...
It was great
08/05/2007 at 03:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It took me a while to make this but I'm just learning how to cook. Everyone raved about this dish. It's very rich and filling.
Awesome
08/02/2007 at 01:40pm
User: sara from mesa, AZ User Rating:
My family loved this dish, I cooked it for our big family Sunday dinner. Instead of making the breadcrumb topping, I swapped the cheddar cheese for mozerella and monteray jack cheese and had a lasanga like cheese topping. It was really good and very flavorful.
Chicken Divine
07/27/2007 at 08:05am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made a different version of Chicken Divan since I began cooking over 25 years ago but this is definitely the perfected version. My family went crazy over it.
Really Good
07/25/2007 at 01:49pm
User: Andrea from Kenmore, NY User Rating:
I really liked this. It was something out of the ordinary for me. I tend to make every dish I make Italian...(i'm italian) I followed the recepe--not adding or changing..and I loved it-so did my fiance.
I don't know what this mess was...
07/21/2007 at 09:47pm
User: PEG from chicago, IL User Rating:
...but it's sure not Chicken Divan - which is par-cooked and well-drained broccoli topped with cooked, skinned chicken breast, topped with a simple white sauce flavored with S&P, a touch of nutmeg, and a couple of tablespoons of sherry, sprinkled liberally with good Parmesan, and cooked quickly in a hot oven. No canned soup, no cheddar, no curry powder - just a simple, elegant, and DELICIOUS combination of flavors. Takes maybe 45 minutes to make, tops, especially if you have leftover roast chicken. No need to even use a recipe, if you have even the most rudimentary cooking skills. Just trust your taste buds and adjust accordingly. As Chef Gusteau said in "Ratatouille," "Anyone can cook!"
So Easy a Caveman Could do it!
07/18/2007 at 10:27am
User: Margaret from Birmingham, AL User Rating:
It was wonderful! It was easy to make and all my kids loved it! They didn't even relize that it had broccoli in it!
Really Delicious--Even Frozen!!
07/09/2007 at 02:48pm
User: LISA from Northridge, CA User Rating:
My kitchen is in demolition-mode right now, as we are undergoing a huge remodeling project, so this was one of a few dozen casseroles I prepared in disposable foil roasters then froze to cook in my Nesco Roaster during the renovation. We finally tried this one the other night--oh, my, it was so delicious!! I skipped the curry powder (we're not huge fans of it), used Healthy Request soups rather than regular to reduce sodium and fat (only had one Cream of Mushroom, so I used a Cream of Chicken with it, which didn't hurt it a bit), and low-fat versions of mayo and sour cream. My family likes cauliflower as well as broccoli, so I used a package of each, which happened to be 1-lb each, rather than the 10-oz boxes specified in the recipe, but it was all absolutely wonderful with the slight tartness of the lemon juice and the delicious flavor of the wine. I didn't have fresh bread crumbs, but found Panko crumbs to add a really nice crunch when browned on top with the cheese. We found it to be a bit soupy (could be because I froze it??)even with the extra vegetables, but we ALL had seconds and commented that next time I could either add cooked penne pasta to the mix, or spoon it over mashed potatoes to enjoy with all the sauce. I was so glad to have the home-cooked meal during our renovation, and my family can't wait until the kitchen is complete so I can make it again. One further note: I would substitute cheddar cheese for the parmesan on top, as the topping was rather salty for us. All in all, absolutely delicious recipe, one well-worth the effort. We loved it and appreciated the great flavors. Thanks, Paula, for a terrific recipe!
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07/06/2007 at 01:59pm
User: Nicole from Newport News, VA User Rating:
I omitted the wine because I don't really like alcohol in my food. It would have been wonderful if there was less lemon, besides that it tasted fine. I will make sure to use less next time.
paula's chicken divan
06/27/2007 at 12:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Wonderful meal Prepared in minutes. Family loved it.
I changed it up!
06/22/2007 at 09:35am
User: Jessica from Dover, FL User Rating:
Ok, so second time making it. I cooked my tenderloins (lb package) in the skillet with a vidalia onion, house seasoning, and then chopped them all up. I used a can of cream of broccoli and a can of cream of mushroom. I used chicken broth instead of wine (me and my husband dont like wine at all, so i never have any around the house). I measured like rachael ray, (no measuring utensils) using a little more sour cream than mayo (i hate mayo). And get this, we didnt have lemons, so i added a squirt of yellow mustard. In the end it was really good and I liked it much better than the first time around. Next time I may add some cooked elbow macaroni to hold the sauce better, and definatly a crispier crust is need... french fried onions anyone!? so if you arent a fan of the regular way, try my way, and you may be surprised!
Scumptious
06/01/2007 at 10:24pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
As easy as it gets and as delicious too!
Really good
05/30/2007 at 04:59pm
User: Stephanie from Kansas City, MO User Rating:
Really good! I don't like shredded chicken, so we just cut up a baked chicken, served it with rice, and it was great.
Great weeknight dinner
05/28/2007 at 05:51pm
User: Traci from Lexington, SC User Rating:
I am in love with this recipe! I make it at least 3 times a month. The only thing that I have changed is the amount of wine, I only put about 1 tablespoon in. This recipe is also real easy to substitute other ingredients to change it up a bit!
Chicken Divan
05/17/2007 at 11:28pm
User: Deb from Toledo, OH User Rating:
I made the recipe exactly the way it was written-up. My husband & I didn't care for this at all. It was loose & perhaps it was the curry that ruined the flavor of this dish. I will not make this dish again.
AMAZING!
05/15/2007 at 10:18am
User: Kristen from Lakeland, FL User Rating:
This was just amazing! The curry makes it. :) Only thing I did different was use crushed up ritz crackers on top instead of breadcrumbs.
chicken divan
05/14/2007 at 11:31am
User: Margaret from Richmond, VA User Rating:
Fabulous! Didn't change a thing!
Excellent Chicken Dinner
05/11/2007 at 02:29pm
User: Crystal from San Diego, CA User Rating:
My whole family loved this one I am making it again tonight. Excellent over rice, french bread, or pasta noodles. So mix it up and try it different ways. I did not shred the chicken, I cut it into small chuncks so I had to cook it longer.
Second Helpings (Or More!!)
05/07/2007 at 04:14pm
User: Rachel from Plantation, FL User Rating:
Generally, I'm a huge advocate of eating healthy and staying away from the butter... but everything about this recipe is amazing. I made it several times for entertaining friends, and everyone always has seconds or more. Even though the calories maybe high... I do splurge on this once and a while... it's soooo worth it! (I have substitued smart balance for the butter, light sour cream for the regular and 2% cheese, without a huge noticable effect)
Best casserole ever
05/03/2007 at 02:58pm
User: Dinah from Harleysville, PA User Rating:
I can't believe that there are people out there that don't like this recipe! I can't get enough of it.
wonderful
05/01/2007 at 08:57am
User: Steven from St Augusitne, FL User Rating:
I'll make this one again..
Wonderful
04/30/2007 at 01:25pm
User: LaKisha from Landover, MD User Rating:
Definately a family keeper my daughter loves chicken, broccoli and cheese so anything with those ingredients is good to go.
yummy
04/24/2007 at 11:02am
User: Ellen from East Greenbush, NY User Rating:
This is a yummy dish.... and quite decadant, except that I used low fat EVERYTHING. I served it over rice as it was runny.... very yummy. And EASY....
Divan is Devine
04/23/2007 at 05:32pm
User: Brenda from Smyrna, GA User Rating:
Love this tastey dish. I also freezes real well.
chicken divan is divine
04/17/2007 at 09:52pm
User: laurie from glendale, AZ User Rating:
Paula, just made the chicken divan tonite.I served it with a salad and my boyfriend and I both thought it was great! Will make this again for sure. Love your show, i watch both the home cooking one and paula's party and think they are both great. Have you ever thought of coming to the Phoenix area on one of your tours? Thanks again for a great recipe! Laurie
Easy Chicken
04/01/2007 at 02:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Kind of plain. Searved it over white rice.
Delish!
03/30/2007 at 02:32pm
User: marty from fulton, MD User Rating:
The curry was a wonderful twist on a traditional meal. The best chicken divan I've ever tasted.
So-so
03/26/2007 at 03:55pm
User: Kittie from Pooler, GA User Rating:
I liked it OK, husband wasn't a fan, but the neighbor loved it. Take your pick. Nothing spectacular.
Sorry Paula
03/18/2007 at 04:47pm
User: Katy from Raleigh, NC User Rating:
Just not what I've come to expect from you. It was bland and I will not make it again.
Divine Divan!
03/14/2007 at 10:21pm
User: Patti from Erie, PA User Rating:
This recipe is easy and so tasty! I'm not usually a fan of curry in anything, so I was a little hesitant to stay true to the recipe. However, I think the curry really added a spark to this dish. It's very good left over and reheated the next day. Way to go Paula!
Will not repeat
03/12/2007 at 02:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I normally enjoy all the ingredients in this dish but did not care for it after I made it. There just wasn't a lot of flavor in the casserole and it did not receive high enough marks from my family to make again.
Excellent
03/11/2007 at 10:58pm
User: Terry from Calumet, MI User Rating:
Tasted fantastic. Made the whole recipe and had lots of left overs that tasted just as good heated up.
great meal
03/06/2007 at 10:30pm
User: Kim from Warrenville, IL User Rating:
I think everything Paula cooks is great!!!
good
03/06/2007 at 09:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
really liked the flavor or this dish.
awesome
03/04/2007 at 03:50pm
User: Trenny from Heathrow, FL User Rating:
I had this at a baby shower. It was fantastic. It was well prepared with fresh ingredients. The broccoli was steamed, not frozen. The chicken was shredded perfectly. I think those who like curry and those who prepare this recipe properly will NOT be disappointed. Others may not be impressed...as some reviews reflect.
Steve
02/27/2007 at 10:53pm
User: STEPHEN from Kalamazoo, MI User Rating:
This is excellent. The combination of ingredients is perfect.
Gread dish
02/27/2007 at 08:04am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for my family they loved it. It was so easy to make and it made just enough for left overs. It even taste better a second time around
chicken divan
02/26/2007 at 05:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
More of a casserole. but another good one
On the monthly list!
02/25/2007 at 03:03pm
User: Nicolle from DRESDEN, TN User Rating:
I modifed this recipe slightly. I pre-cooked chicken in the slowcooker so it was very tender and nicely shredded. I only used on can of condensed cream of mushroom soup. Instead of wine I used organic chicken stock and added extra to make up for the missing soup. It was amazing! I also added a can of mushrooms for extra. This is definitely on our monthly list. Not low fat, but delicious for an occasional meal. Everyone went back for seconds. Next time, I'll add more broccoli.
great comfort dish
02/25/2007 at 11:46am
User: debra from fredericksburg, VA User Rating:
it tasted homemade right from scratch. very favorful, everyone went back for seconds.
Clucking Easy
02/24/2007 at 01:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy and delicious. We couldn't stop eating this great casserole. I used artichokes rather than brocolii as a variation. It was wonderful
Not so good
02/22/2007 at 12:24pm
User: Alethea from Woods Cross, UT User Rating:
The curry powder in this casserole just ruins it. If I ever make this again I will leave out the curry!
ONE OF THE BEST...JUST LIKE MY MOM MAKES!!
02/20/2007 at 09:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this recipe!! My mother always make Chicken Divan and it tasted just like hers...maybe even better! I took out the red wine, since we don't have our use alcohol and just put a little bit of water and it didn't make a difference. I also added a bit more chicken and broccoli to make it a little heartier. The recipe was so simple and easy...it was easier than the other Chicken Divan recipes on here. It was wonderful and gone in minutes! Thanks Paula
Good with a couple adjustments
02/20/2007 at 06:55pm
User: kristin from hartsdale, NY User Rating:
I've made this before a couple of times following the recipe exactly and just thought it was OK. Tonight, I decided to tackle it again...I cut out the wine, cooked the chicken in a pan (with butter,EVOO and red pepper flakes), used fresh broccoli, a high quality sharp chedder cheese, and organic cream of mushroom soup (NOT condensed), and panko bread crumbs. Yes, it does come out with a bit of a gravy consistency, but I always make mashed potatoes with this recipe so it was like a little gravy for the potatoes. I (and my husband!) were much more satisfied with these few, simple changes.
Man pleasing
02/19/2007 at 06:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
A recipe a whole family will like
Wonderful!
02/15/2007 at 11:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a great recipe. Even better the second day, after all the flavors settled together.
De-lious
02/15/2007 at 11:09pm
User: Monica from Davis, CA User Rating:
I love this dish. I have made a simpler version of it without the topping, cheese, wine, lemon, sour cream and use cubed chicken and fresh broccoli. I felt this recipe was too saucy and I also added more curry. Everyone enjoys it!
Yum!
02/14/2007 at 12:47pm
User: Donna from Greenfield, IN User Rating:
My family loved this version of chicken divan and it was so simple, yet elegant enough for guest. Once again Paula hits it out of the park!
it's good
02/14/2007 at 11:29am
User: EILEEN from Virginia Beach, VA User Rating:
This was a good recipe. Next time I think i should half the recipe because it makes a lot. I could have used more broccoli. The curry powder is very powerful in this dish so i would lessen on the curry powder next time.
Comfort food!!!
02/14/2007 at 12:24am
User: Bonnie from Silt, CO User Rating:
It makes a lot, I used a 9 x 13 pan. I have other "Chicken Divan" recipes, but the sauce on this one has a better flavor. Unlike some of the other reviewers, I LIKE the flavor of the curry powder in this recipe. The only thing I will do differently next time, is precook the broccoli. It was a tad crunchy which my family doesn't like. Also, I boiled the chicken, but I think it would be more tender if it was sauted. Thanks for another great recipe, Paula!
Fantastic with a couple of substitutions!
02/13/2007 at 07:03pm
User: Dale from Springfield, IL User Rating:
My family loves Chicken Divan. We had the dish for Christmas Eve dinner. We don't like curry so took that out. We didn't have the wine so we took that out and instead of bread crumbs we used 1 sleeve of crushed Ritz crackers instead. It was Fantastic! The ritz crackers give it a little crunch and the mayo and lemon give it a nice kick!
Great
02/13/2007 at 04:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great
Delicious
02/13/2007 at 02:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for my husband yesterday and he just loved it. I used 3 split chicken breasts and baked them in the oven. It only made 5 cups. I also cut my chicken in strips and then in chunks. I did not use curry powder, instead I used garlic powder. The dish was alittle too watery for me, maybe I didn't squeeze out the water on the chopped broccoli enough. Anyway, will try to make it again, it was a big hit.
delicious
02/12/2007 at 06:55pm
User: Susan from Groveland, MA User Rating:
I MADE IT THE NIGHT BEFORE AND POPPED IT IN THE OVEN WHEN I GOT HOME. VERY GOOD SERVED WITH WHITE RICE. I DID CUT THE INGREDIENTS FOR THE SAUCE IN HALF. THIS IS A KEEPER.
I loved it, hubby didn't
02/11/2007 at 06:03pm
User: Helene from Leesburg, VA User Rating:
I made this and absolutely loved it, my husband didn't like the curry seasoning. May try again without the curry.
Yummy
02/09/2007 at 06:45pm
User: Valerie from Divide, CO User Rating:
I did a few variations on this one. I put it in a 13 x 9 inch casserole dish. I just eye-balled the amount of chicken and I diced it. It may have been four cups. I used one can of cream of mushroom soup, 3/4 cup mayo, 3/4 cup sour cream, and water with a little chicken boullion instead of wine. Mine came out yummy, and my three year old twin girls loved it.
OK
02/09/2007 at 10:47am
User: Jane from Superior, CO User Rating:
I thought this was very good but my family did not like it. Hence the three star rating. To sophisticated for them. I would make this again and add chicken stock instead of the white wine and other seasonings instead of the curry powder. Make a ton and I had to put it in a much larger casserole than stated in the recipe. I would half this next time because there are only three of us. This is very rich and creamy with a nice mix of ingredients. Thanks Paula will try again.
DEEEELISH !!!
02/07/2007 at 01:57pm
User: Margot from portola, CA User Rating:
A huge hit, and a new family fave! I didn't change a thing. Thank you Paula!
Tasty, but alot of work.
02/06/2007 at 06:44pm
User: Renee from Jacksonville, NC User Rating:
This dish was tasty, but it was not worth all of the work that goes into it. The 10 minute prep time is a bit deceiving. Most people don't have 6 cups of cooked shredded chicken just laying around the house to use in this dish.
low carb cassarole
02/06/2007 at 10:54am
User: Neil from Minneapolis, MN User Rating:
When everything else gooey and warm needs pata or rice, this fits the bill. No problem leaving out the wine. Add lots more vegetables (I used sauted celery, onions and mushrooms) for a warm oven treat with just a great salad for dinner.
Outstanding!
02/06/2007 at 08:14am
User: Angelina from Kenosha, WI User Rating:
I actually left out the wine and curry powder and the recipe was still wonderful. I was expecting it to just taste very heavy and unflavorful, and that was not the case at all. It was great and even better the next day.
Excellent dish!
02/05/2007 at 07:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this recipe and loved it, and received compliments from everyone who tried it. I halved the recipe and it made at least 6 large servings. I used fat free cream cheese, low fat shredded cheddar, but otherwise followed the recipe exactly. This will be a keeper in my dinner rotation.
Inedible
02/05/2007 at 01:42am
User: Jennifer from Valencia, CA User Rating:
One word for this....INEDIBLE! I loved her beef stew recipe. But,this was so nasty that we had to throw it out and take out the trash to get rid of the curry stench. And I usually like curry. This was a waste of money, time.. and we ended up ordering a pizza!! What a disappointment.
New family favorite
02/04/2007 at 03:37pm
User: KRISTINE from Maple Valley, WA User Rating:
Love this recipe. Husband asked for seconds, then thirds!
quick and great tasting
02/04/2007 at 11:58am
User: shannon from arnold, MD User Rating:
This recipe is so amazingly simple and gives you an excuse for dinner company as it feeds many with very little prep time. The ingredients are things you tend to have on hand in the pantry and it seems like something you slaved away on but really is about 20 minutes prep for the oven. So relax and enjoy the fruits of very little labor as your guests enjoy a comfort food delight!
Scrumptious
02/02/2007 at 07:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The only thing I did differently was to use 1 can cream of mushroom and 1 can cream of chicken. Everyone gave it a big thumbs up. Also it is very easy to cut this recipe in half if your feeding 4 people or less!
Great!
02/01/2007 at 06:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was wonderful. I had another recipe I used for years that my husband said