Easy Chopped Buttery Crunchy Broccoli Saute
Transform simple pantry staples into a restaurant-worthy side dish with this Easy Chopped Buttery Crunchy Broccoli Sauté. Tender, bite-sized broccoli florets are infused with the rich flavors of garlic butter, perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper. What sets this dish apart is the irresistibly crunchy topping—golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs blended with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and versatile recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for guests. Serve it as a standout side dish or a light vegetarian main, and watch as it becomes a family favorite! Keywords: easy broccoli sauté, buttery broccoli recipe, crunchy breadcrumbs topping, quick side dishes, garlic parmesan broccoli.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Prepare the broccoli by finely chopping the florets into small, bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Allow it to melt and begin to foam.
Add the finely minced garlic to the butter and stir continuously for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Toss the chopped broccoli into the skillet with the garlic butter. Stir well to coat the broccoli evenly.
Season the broccoli with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir and cook for about 5–7 minutes, or until the broccoli becomes tender but still has a slight crunch.
While the broccoli cooks, in a separate small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the panko breadcrumbs to the small skillet and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and toasted.
Once the breadcrumbs are toasted, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Sprinkle the buttery toasted breadcrumbs over the sautéed broccoli in the main skillet. Gently toss everything together to distribute the crunchy topping evenly.
Serve immediately while warm as a flavorful side dish, or enjoy as a light meal on its own. Garnish with additional parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 3123 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 863 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 123 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
