Low Sodium Broccoli Cheese Casserole
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this crowd-pleasing **Low Sodium Broccoli Cheese Casserole**, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food. Packed with 6 cups of vibrant fresh broccoli, this recipe offers a satisfying way to sneak veggies into your meal while keeping sodium levels in check. The creamy cheddar cheese sauce, made from unsalted butter, low sodium chicken broth, and aromatic spices like garlic and onion powder, is indulgent yet balanced. Topped with a golden layer of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, this casserole delivers all the rich, cheesy goodness you love, minus the excess salt. Ready in under an hour, this flavorful dish is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, and pairs beautifully with roasted chicken or a simple side salad. Optimize your healthy eating goals with this delicious, comforting broccoli casserole recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh broccoli
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Steam the broccoli for about 5 minutes until tender but still bright green. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Add the flour to the melted butter, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and has thickened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper.
Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Remove the sauce from heat and fold in the steamed broccoli.
Transfer the broccoli mixture into a greased 2-quart baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until combined.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the broccoli and cheese mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.1 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.2 g | 391% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 381 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 2873 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.5 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 108.4 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 2821 mg | 217% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 3012 mg | 64% | |
*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.
