This classic Broccoli Casserole is warm, creamy, cheesy, and topped with a delicious crispy crunch. It’s the perfect side dish for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday meals. Made with fresh broccoli, a creamy sauce, and melty cheese, this comforting casserole comes together quickly and always disappears fast!
⏱ Prep Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6
🍳 Equipment
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- 9×13 baking dish
- Whisk
- Skillet (optional)
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise or sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (or breadcrumbs)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Fresh broccoli is best for texture, but frozen works great too.
- Cream of mushroom soup can be swapped with cream of chicken.
- Ritz crackers give the best buttery crunch.
- Mayonnaise makes it richer; sour cream makes it tangier.
🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare Broccoli
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook broccoli in boiling water for 3–4 minutes until just tender. Drain well.
2. Make the Sauce
In a bowl, mix:
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- Cream of mushroom soup
- Cheddar cheese
- Mayonnaise or sour cream
- Milk
- Egg
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
Stir until smooth and combined.
3. Assemble the Casserole
- Add broccoli to the sauce mixture.
- Pour into a greased baking dish.
4. Add Topping
- Mix crushed crackers with melted butter.
- Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
5. Bake
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
6. Serve
Serve warm as a perfect comforting side dish!
🍽 Nutrition (per serving)
Approximate:
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 9g
- Carbs: 17g
- Fat: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
💡 Tips
- Make it extra cheesy by adding ½ cup more cheddar.
- Drain broccoli very well so the casserole isn’t watery.
- Prepare ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Add cooked mushrooms or onions for more flavor.
🔄 Variations
- Chicken Broccoli Casserole: Add 1–2 cups cooked shredded chicken.
- Low-Carb: Use pork rinds instead of crackers.
- Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- Bacon Broccoli Casserole: Add cooked, crumbled bacon for smoky flavor.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed GF crackers.
