Broccoli Cheese Casserole
Cheesy broccoli casserole made with wholesome ingredients is a go-to side dish for family dinners! Whether you need a signature dish for the holidays or just want something simple to go along with your air fryer rotisserie chicken, you're going to love this easy recipe.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 229kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 8 crushed Ritz crackers or 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- If using fresh broccoli, steam or blanch it until fork-tender (see post). If using frozen broccoli, thaw, and drain.
- Add the butter and oil to a saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the onions and garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the chicken broth and reduce the heat to low.
- Add the cream cheese and cook, stirring frequently, until melted. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce.
- Add the cheddar cheese and stir until fully melted. Stir in the cauliflower rice.
- Add the broccoli to the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli; top with the cracker crumbs.
- Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes. If desired, broil the casserole for 5 minutes for a crispier topping.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/8 recipe | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 295mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g