Chicken or turkey divan
Common food
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Chicken or turkey divan is a classic casserole where tender poultry and broccoli are smothered in a rich, creamy sauce—often made with mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, and curry powder—then baked until bubbly. The texture is soft and comforting, with a savory, slightly tangy, and mildly spiced flavor profile. Nutritionally, it's a protein-rich dish with moderate fat, making it a satisfying, low-carb option per 100g.
Calorie split: 43% protein · 11% carbs · 46% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love divan for its creamy, savory comfort and the way it transforms simple ingredients into a cohesive, flavorful meal. It's a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing dish often associated with home cooking and potlucks.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The creamy sauce can be high in sodium and saturated fat, which may concern those monitoring heart health or blood pressure. To counteract this, use low-sodium soup, opt for Greek yogurt instead of mayo, and pair with a fresh green salad to add volume and fiber.
Key benefits
- High in protein for muscle maintenance and satiety
- Low in carbohydrates, suitable for low-carb diets
- Contains broccoli, providing fiber and vitamins
- Versatile base for adding other vegetables
- Comforting and easy to prepare in batches
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The dish is named after the 'Divan' restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, where it was reportedly created in the 1930s.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 72.0 g |
| Energy | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 15.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 7.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 4.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.95 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 97.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.71 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 181 mg |
| Potassium, K | 206 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 295 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.05 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 14.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 16.9 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.17 mg |
| Folate, total | 31.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 30.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 31.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 46.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.27 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 69.0 ug |
| Retinol | 46.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 264 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 8.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 481 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.96 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.30 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 38.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.6 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.27 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.52 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.5 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.24 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.98 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.88 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 71.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Turnover, chicken- or turkey-, and vegetable-filled, reduced fat, frozen — USDA does not publish this profile for Chicken or turkey divan.
| Tryptophan | 0.16 g |
| Threonine | 0.41 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.47 g |
| Leucine | 0.80 g |
| Lysine | 0.61 g |
| Methionine | 0.23 g |
| Cystine | 0.13 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.47 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.37 g |
| Valine | 0.53 g |
| Arginine | 0.51 g |
| Histidine | 0.30 g |
| Alanine | 0.45 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.80 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.38 g |
| Proline | 0.87 g |
| Serine | 0.42 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
What is Chicken or Turkey Divan?
Chicken or Turkey Divan is a baked casserole dish featuring cooked poultry (chicken or turkey) and broccoli in a creamy sauce, often flavored with curry powder and mayonnaise or cream of mushroom soup.
Is Chicken Divan healthy?
It can be part of a balanced diet as it's high in protein and low in carbs, but the creamy sauce may be high in sodium and fat. Using lighter ingredients like Greek yogurt and low-sodium soup can improve its nutritional profile.
How do I make Chicken Divan?
Combine cooked chicken or turkey with steamed broccoli, mix with a sauce of mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, lemon juice, and curry powder, then bake until bubbly. Some recipes add cheese or breadcrumbs for topping.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.40 kcal/g · 44% calories from protein · 1.3 g fiber · 0.9 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.43 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.