Cheesy Broccoli Casserole
A creamy and cheesy broccoli casserole that makes a perfect side dish for any meal.
Equipment
- steaming basket
- mixing bowl
- casserole dish
- cooking spray
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 10 ounce can cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom
- 1 cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip, Greek yogurt, or sour cream
- ¼ cup melted butter (1/2 stick)
- 2 large eggs slightly beaten
- ½ medium yellow onion finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups extra sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Steam the broccoli for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Chop the steamed broccoli and place it in a mixing bowl.
- Mix in the cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, melted butter, eggs, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese until combined.
- Spray an 8x8 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and crushed Ritz crackers.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the top is golden.
Notes
The casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days before baking. If freezing, prepare without the cracker topping and bake later. Thaw frozen casserole in the refrigerator for 24 hours before baking.