Easy 30-Minute Broccoli Cheese Casserole – Fast Family Favorite
This dish is a simplified version of the traditional broccoli casserole — made with fewer ingredients but just as satisfying. It combines broccoli, cheese, and a creamy base, baked until hot and bubbly. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a comforting casserole that pairs beautifully with any main course or stands alone as a vegetarian favorite.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, steamed until tender)
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1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
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1 cup sour cream or mayonnaise
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
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½ small onion, finely chopped
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)
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2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
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Preheat the oven – Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium baking dish.
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Cook the broccoli – Steam or microwave the broccoli for 3–4 minutes until just tender, then drain well to remove excess moisture.
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Mix the base – In a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, 1 ½ cups shredded cheese, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
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Combine with broccoli – Add the steamed broccoli to the cheese mixture and gently mix until coated.
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Assemble the casserole – Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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Add topping – Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the top. Add remaining cheese for extra gooeyness.
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Bake until bubbly – Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
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Rest before serving – Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.