For a smokier flavor, use smoked cheddar cheese. Feel free to substitute the cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or celery soup. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sour cream mixture for a little kick. If using frozen broccoli, thaw it completely and pat it dry before adding it to the casserole.
Loaded Broccoli Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS14
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy, cheesy Loaded Broccoli Casserole. Think of it as a broccoli baked potato, elevated to casserole perfection. Bacon, cheddar, and a hint of garlic come together to transform humble broccoli into a dish everyone will crave.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate57 g
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Cholesterol134 mg
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Fiber12 g
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Protein34 g
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Saturated Fat26 g
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Sodium1938 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat58 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPreheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. (5 minutes)
02
StepBlanch the Broccoli: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for just 1 minute to blanch. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain well again and set aside. (5 minutes)
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StepCook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled slightly, crumble the bacon. (10 minutes)
04
StepSauté the Onion: Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)
05
StepCombine the Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. (2 minutes)
06
StepAssemble the Casserole: Add the blanched broccoli, crumbled bacon, and cooked onions to the soup mixture. Stir gently to combine. Add 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir again. (5 minutes)
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StepTransfer and Top: Transfer the broccoli mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. (2 minutes)
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StepMake the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, combine the crushed buttery round crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the casserole. (3 minutes)
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StepBake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. (45 minutes)
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StepCool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy! (5 minutes)
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Kennith Gleichner
Jul 1, 2025I used Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to lighten it up a bit, and it was still delicious.
Sydnee Gorczany
Jun 27, 2025Can I substitute the cream of chicken soup?
Rachelle Olson
Jun 26, 2025The buttery cracker topping is the perfect finishing touch.
Meghan Sipes
Jun 25, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
Joelle Waters
Jun 22, 2025This casserole is a family favorite! Even my picky eaters love it.
Oral Littel
Jun 14, 2025Make sure not to overcook the broccoli. It should still have a little bite to it.
Alene Dietrich
Jun 7, 2025This recipe is so easy to follow and always turns out great.
Aliza Reichert
Jun 1, 2025Absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making this again.