Creamy Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe (6 Ingredients, 30 Minutes) Casseroles Side Dishes Vegetables Gluten-free Vegetarian

Broccoli cheese casseroles are very popular, and for good reason. Their creamy goodness has everyone asking for more. So the next time you're thinking of making a broccoli rice casserole for dinner, consider leaving out the carbs and making this easy no-rice broccoli casserole recipe. With all the yummy cheese, no one will miss the rice. Plus, check out all the health benefits of broccoli. 

This easy, cheesy broccoli casserole is made with six simple ingredients: steamed broccoli florets, cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder and Parmesan cheese. The casserole is mixed together and baked for just 15 minutes. Quick and easy!

Serve this flavorful, gluten-free vegetable casserole as a side dish with chicken, pork, beef or seafood. You also could serve this low-carb recipe as a vegetarian main dish. To change things up, stir some cooked chicken into the casserole before baking for a complete dinner. So good!

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Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets, steamed until crisp-tender
• 8 ounces (1 box) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella (divided)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Helpful Products

• Cutting Board
• Chef Knife
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons
• Salt and Pepper
• Baking Dishes
• Mixing Bowl
• Grater
• Nonstick Cooking Spray
• Airtight Containers
• Kitchen Towels

Recipe Notes

• You can steam the broccoli on the stovetop or in the microwave. If steaming in the microwave, place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl covered with a damp paper towel and microwave until crisp-tender, around 4 to 6 minutes.
• Instead of mozzarella, you can try this recipe with cheddar or another favorite cheese.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave or oven.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, 1 cup of mozzarella and garlic powder in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Mix well.
2. Add the broccoli and stir to combine. Pour into a baking dish that's been sprayed with cooking spray. Top with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella and the Parmesan. 
3. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven for about 15 minutes or until melted and golden. 

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories: 117

Total Fat: 4.7g

Saturated Fat: 2.1g

Cholesterol: 12mg

Sodium: 353mg

Total Carbohydrate: 8.4g

Dietary Fiber: 1.8g

Total Sugars: 1.7g

Protein: 11.4g

Vitamin D: 0mcg

Calcium: 146mg

Iron: 1mg

Potassium: 278mg

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