Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Recipe - Butter Your Biscuit (2024)

Published: Nov 11, 2018 · Modified: Mar 12, 2021 by Wendie · 11 Comments

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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli will be your new favorite vegetable! Broccoli florets take just 5 minutes of prep and are coated with parmesan cheese and Italian bread crumbs for that perfect crunchy texture.

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This roasted broccoli recipe is an easy side dish that packs a whole lot of flavor even the pickiest eater falls in love with this broccoli!! Uses simple ingredients and is perfect for a weeknight meal, pairs nicely with my Garlic Rib Eye Steak, Cheese Tortellini, or my Crispy Chicken Cutlets. This will definitely be your new favorite broccoli recipe the whole family will love!

Why this recipe works

I'm a broccoli lover and roasting it always brings out such an incredibly robust flavor and gives the outside a little crunchy texture. If you love roasted vegetables then you'll have to try myParmesan Brussel Sprouts with BaconandParmesan Roasted Cauliflower.

Ingredients Needed

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Ingredient Notes

Broccoli: I recommend using fresh broccoli crowns.
Garlic: I like to use fresh garlic cloves but garlic powder can be used if you prefer.
Bread crumbs: Italian seasoned bread crumbs.
Parmesan cheese: Fresh grated from the deli section.

How to make Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

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Step 1: In a large bowl add fresh broccoli florets, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper, bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese, and mix until combined
Step 2: Line a baking sheet pan with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray Spread broccoli into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and place in a hot oven.

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Recipe Tips

Wash and dry the fresh broccoli, wet broccoli will steam.
Make sure they are cut into uniform bite-size pieces, so they cook evenly to an even layer.
Don't overcrowd the cookie sheet make sure you spread the broccoli out.
Use freshly grated parmesan cheese, not the stuff in the green can.

Tips for roasting vegetables

Make sure all the vegetables are cut to the same size so they cook evenly.
Don't overcrowd the baking sheet.
Serve immediately roasted vegetables are best served right away.
Use the right amount of olive oil. Too much oil will make your vegetables soggy.

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Recipe Faq's

Does broccoli need to be blanched before roasting?

You don't need to add that extra step, roasting the broccoli at a high heat allows it to cook quickly and get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside with some delicious crispy bits.

How to chop broccoli

If you choose to buy broccoli stalks instead of the bag. Choose stalks that are bright green and firm. Rinse broccoli and dry it well with a paper towel. Cut off the large bulky stalk at the base of the head and discard. Then carefully using a knife cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces, some of the larger pieces you may have to cut in half.

Can I use frozen broccoli?

I recommend using fresh broccoli for this recipe. Frozen broccoli has too much moisture in it and won't get those crispy edges that everybody loves.

Storing and reheating roasted broccoli

This oven roasted broccoli side dish is best served fresh. You can store leftovers in an airtight container then chop them up and add them to some Broccoli Cheese Soup or mix them into Garlic Fettuccini Alfredo.

What to serve with this recipe

Cube Steak Recipe with Onion Gravy
Sweet N Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs
Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
Filet Mignon with Garlic Herb Butter

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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

Wendie

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli will be your new favorite vegetable! Broccoli florets are coated with parmesan cheese and bread crumbs for that perfect crunchy texture.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Sides

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 170 kcal

Ingredients

6 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup Italian style bread crumbs
1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray generously with nonstick cooking spray
In a large bowl add broccoli, olive oil, garlic, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese and mix until combined
Pour broccoli onto a baking sheet and sprinkle any leftover crumb mixture over the top
Bake on the top rack for 18-20 minutes
Remove from oven and let set 1-2 minutes.

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Notes

I like to use fresh garlic cloves but garlic powder can be used if you prefer.

Make sure they are cut into uniform bite-size pieces, so they cook evenly to an even layer

Don't overcrowd the cookie sheet make sure you spread the broccoli out.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 424mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Keyword Broccoli, roasted vegetable

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Kendra
June 10, 2022 at 6:46 am
My hubby loooved this! Will make this again for sure!!

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What is the best way to steam broccoli? ›

Place the broccoli florets in a steamer basket and set over a pot with 1-inch of water. Bring the water to a simmer, cover, and let steam 5 minutes, until the broccoli is tender.

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Is it better to roast or steam broccoli? ›

In this regards, it is likely that broccoli cooked by steaming will be better fit for human consumption than other cooking methods. In conclusion, the current study clearly shows that nutrient and health-promoting compounds in broccoli are significantly affected by domestic cooking.

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How long to steam broccoli to keep it crisp? ›

Pour about an inch of water into a skillet or wok and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Put the broccoli florets in a steamer basket and season with salt. Set the steamer basket over boiling water and cook until the broccoli is crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes depending on the size of the florets.

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Should you wash broccoli? ›

Like other vegetables, broccoli can harbor a host of contaminants. "It's important to wash any vegetables, as they can carry Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria,” registered dietitian Chelsea Edwards tells Southern Living. "Not washing your produce increases the risk of one of these foodborne illnesses."

How do I steam broccoli without a steamer? ›

Option 2: Steam without a steamer basket

Add just enough water to cover the bottom of a large skillet (about 3/4 cup for a 12-inch skillet). Add the broccoli in an even layer, cover, and steam over medium-high heat until just tender and bright green, 6 to 8 minutes total.

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How do you steam broccoli and keep it green? ›

Use one teaspoon salt per 1 cup of water. Salt provides a “barrier” against carbon dioxide, which prevents chlorophyll from changing color. Make sure that you have enough water in your pot so that all of the broccoli is floating in it.

Is microwaving broccoli better than steaming? ›

Is it better to steam or microwave broccoli? Microwaving is a safe way to cook broccoli and requires less time than steaming. Microwaving is also thought to preserve the nutrients in vegetables most effectively.