Gluten-Free Creamy Broccoli Casserole
Indulge in the creamy comfort of this Gluten-Free Creamy Broccoli Casserole, a perfect side dish that’s both rich and wholesome. This recipe combines tender broccoli florets with a luxuriously smooth cheese sauce made from cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and aromatic spices like garlic and onion powder. Topped with crunchy gluten-free breadcrumbs and parmesan for the ultimate golden crust, this bake is bursting with flavor and texture in every bite. Ideal for gluten-free diners, it’s a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with holiday spreads or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this crowd-pleasing casserole brings classic comfort food into a gluten-free spotlight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the broccoli florets. Boil for 3-4 minutes until just tender-crisp. Drain immediately and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the gluten-free all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the mixture bubbles and thickens slightly.
Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth. Cook while stirring until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and add the cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Remove from heat, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked broccoli with the creamy cheese sauce. Toss to ensure the broccoli is evenly coated.
Transfer the broccoli mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. Drizzle the olive oil over the top and mix until crumbly.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the broccoli casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your deliciously creamy and gluten-free broccoli casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.1 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.7 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 3733 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 77.4 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1863 mg | 143% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*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.
