Southern Broccoli Casserole
Southern Broccoli Casserole with cheese and buttery cracker topping. A comforting and easy side dish for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup Ritz crackers crushed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Steam or microwave the broccoli florets until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, egg, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Fold the cooked broccoli into the mixture, making sure the broccoli is well coated.
- Transfer the broccoli mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 14gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 1261mgPotassium: 301mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1022IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 330mgIron: 2mg
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