Broccoli Mozzarella Casserole

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Broccoli Mozzarella Casserole, a comforting side dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Tender broccoli florets are blanketed in a luscious, garlic-infused sauce made with cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of paprika, creating layers of bold, savory flavor. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust and an irresistible combination of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, this baked casserole offers the perfect blend of creamy and crispy textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe is both family-friendly and crowd-pleasing. Serve it alongside roasted meats, grilled chicken, or as a standout vegetarian entrée—this dish is sure to be your new favorite way to enjoy broccoli!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams broccoli florets
• 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 100 grams cheddar cheese, shredded
• 120 grams cream cheese, softened
• 120 grams sour cream
• 60 milliliters milk
• 15 grams butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 50 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3 minutes, or until they turn bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth and fully combined. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and fold in 150 grams of the shredded mozzarella cheese and 50 grams of the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.

Step 6

In the greased casserole dish, layer the broccoli evenly. Pour the cheese mixture over the broccoli, spreading it out to coat the florets completely.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with olive oil and mix until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the casserole, followed by the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1195.2 grams (1195.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2265

Total Fat 171.50g	220%
Saturated Fat 98.00g	490%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 498mg	166%
Sodium 5784mg	251%
Total Carbohydrate 94.70g	34%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 28.60g
Protein 107.20g	214%

Vitamin D 51IU	256%
Calcium 2782mg	214%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 535mg	11%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.7%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 16.1%