Description

A warm, creamy, and comforting classic, this Broccoli Cheese Casserole pairs tender broccoli with a rich, cheesy base and a buttery cracker topping. Perfect for cozy soul food dinners, weeknight meals, holiday sides, or kid-friendly veggie dishes, this casserole delivers the perfect blend of flavor, comfort, and ease.

Ingredients

Scale

2 (10 oz) packages frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained (or fresh, lightly steamed)
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (mild or sharp)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (topping)
2 tablespoons butter, melted (topping)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, beaten eggs, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add Broccoli & Cheese: Fold in thawed or steamed broccoli and shredded cheddar until everything is evenly coated.
Assemble: Spread mixture into the prepared dish.
Add Topping: Mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Bake: Bake 35–40 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling at the edges. Let cool 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Add 1–2 cups cooked shredded chicken for extra protein.
Stir in 1 cup cooked rice to make a heartier casserole.
Use half broccoli and half cauliflower for variety.
Swap cheddar for pepper jack, gouda, or mozzarella.
To lighten the dish, use Greek yogurt in place of some mayonnaise.
Drain broccoli thoroughly to avoid watery casserole.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Casserole, Dinner, Side Dish
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Keywords: broccoli cheese casserole, broccoli casserole, cheesy broccoli bake, soul food dinner recipes, easy cooking recipes, vegetable casseroles