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Asparagus Chicken Divan

SUBMITTED BY: Jeanne Koelsch

"I first came across this recipe at a restaurant while living in New York City many years ago. This makes a delectable dish for lunch or dinner served with a simple tossed salad. --Jeanne Koelsch, San Rafael, California"
PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  25 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise*

DIRECTIONS

  1. Broil chicken 6 in. from the heat until juices run clear. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place in a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cut chicken into thin slices.
  2. In a bowl, combine the soup, Worcestershire sauce and nutmeg. Spread half over asparagus. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Top with chicken. Spread remaining soup mixture over chicken; sprinkle with 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese.
  3. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes. Fold whipped cream into mayonnaise; spread over top. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for about 2 minutes or until golden brown.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2008 by novetopaz25
This recipe is a definite keeper. I used fresh asparagus and a little less mayo for my tastes.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 6, 2008 by shirrell
This recipe is wonderful. I followed the directions, except for a couple of changes. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2008 by Kristin
Everyone who ate this loved it! I've made it twice. The first time we substituted fat-free... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2007 by docswife
I had pencil thin asparagus so I did not blanch it before cooking in the oven. I did not care... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2007 by Brittany
Recipe was ok. Sauce was a little much. I would use less mayo next time. Wasnt worth making... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2007 by SW
Just made this and it turned out yummy!! I was a little skeptical of the mayo/whipped cream... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2007 by LORETTA13
I made this recipe because my 21 year old daughter loves asparagus and I rarely cook with it. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2007 by NoellesMommy
I have made this recipe many times (I got it from the Taste of Home magazine) and it is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2008 by Jessica Traylor
I found this easy to put together and absolutely loved the flavor. I plan an working with the... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2008 by PammyR
This was an excellent recipe. I had to make a few adjustments based upon what I had on hand,... MORE


 
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