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One of our absolute favorite holiday side dishes is this Creamy Broccoli Casserole. it is the ultimate cold weather comfort food, creamy with a golden, buttery cracker crust.

Sure to be a crowd pleaser at your next holiday party, potluck, or family gathering. It is so simple to make and it will have everyone will be asking you for the recipe.

Ingredients You’ll Need

1 bag of broccoli, fresh or frozen

1 onion, chopped

1 can of cream of mushroom soup

1 (8 oz) block of cream cheese

1 sleeve of Ritz crackers

1 stick of butter, melted

How to Make It

Steam the broccoli until it’s about ¾ cooked so it is still a bit firm since it’ll finish baking in the oven.

In a large bowl, mix together the broccoli, chopped onion, cream of mushroom soup, and cream cheese until creamy and combined.

Spoon the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading evenly.

Crush the Ritz crackers and combine them with the melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the casserole.

Bake at 400°F for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.

Why You’ll Love It

Easy to make: Just mix, top, and bake — no fancy ingredients required.

Crowd favorite: That buttery Ritz topping always wins people over.

Make-ahead friendly: Assemble it the night before and bake the next day!

Serving Tips

Pair this casserole with roasted chicken, glazed ham, or your holiday turkey. Personally our family always pairs this with roast. It’s also a great way to sneak veggies into dinner for the little ones, and the creamy sauce and cracker topping make it irresistible!

Make It Your Own

Swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken for a richer flavor.

Add a handful of shredded cheddar cheese into the broccoli mixture for an extra cheesy touch.

Toss in some sautéed mushrooms or diced cooked chicken to turn it into a full meal.