By Becky Hardin
Updated Mar 11, 2025
Cheesy roasted broccoli is a flavorful side dish topped with melty cheese. With just a handful of ingredients, I can make it part of a delicious weeknight dinner. It requires minimal prep and even my picky eaters enjoy it. It’s perfect to serve as part of a holiday meal too!
5-Star Review
“This is one of my favorite ways to prepare broccoli!! Love the cheesiness!!” – Kristyn
Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan Cheese
When it comes to the holidays I’m all about sides, and the crispier and cheesier the better! This broccoli is roasted with two types of cheese, Cheddar and Parmesan. The Cheddar melts wonderfully across the broccoli and the Parmesan adds a nutty flavor to the dish. Cheesy roasted broccoli is decadent, full of flavor. and absolutely delicious!
Tips for Beginners
- Panko breadcrumbs are a must in this recipe. They add great texture to the broccoli. Fine breadcrumbs aren’t a great substitute.
- Before roasting, the broccoli is very slightly boiled and placed in cold water (this helps it to keep its vibrant green color). It’s important to remove any excess water with paper towels, which will help keep it crispy.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the roasting sheet as this can create steam and result in the broccoli not getting crispy.
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- ▢ 1 head broccoli* cut into florets with 1-inch stems attached
- ▢ 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ▢ 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
- ▢ ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ▢ 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
- ▢ 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- ▢ ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese**
- ▢ 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- Heat oven to 450°F and set a large, rimmed sheet pan on the middle rack in the oven (while the oven heats).
- While the oven preheats, bring a large pot of water and 1 teaspoon salt to boil. In the meantime, rinse and cut the broccoli into florets (they should all be about the same size). 1 head broccoli*
- Fill a large mixing bowl with ice water, and set it next to the stove.
- When the water is boiling, add the broccoli florets, and set the heat to medium-low. Boil the broccoli for 2 minutes.
- After 2 minutes, use a slotted spoon to submerge the broccoli in the ice water to cool for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the broccoli to a paper towel-lined plate to dry and pat dry with another paper towel.
- In a large bowl, mix together broccoli, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and spread the broccoli mixture evenly over the pan.
- Set the oven to broil and return the pan with the broccoli to the middle rack of the oven. Broil the broccoli 4 minutes.
- While the broccoli is broiling, in a medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, panko crumbs, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs, 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese**, 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Remove the pan from the oven, and sprinkle the breadcrumb/cheese mixture evenly over the top of the broccoli.
- Return the broccoli to the oven and broil another 3-5 minutes or until the broccoli is fork-tender and the cheese has melted and is crispy around the edges. Watch closely so the cheese doesn’t burn. (**Note: If the cheese is browning too quickly, remove the broccoli from the oven and turn off the broiler. After 1 minute, return the broccoli to the oven and let it finish cooking with residual heat.)
- Serve immediately and Enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Cheesy Roasted Broccoli
Set the oven and baking sheet : Heat oven to 450°F and set a large, rimmed sheet pan on the middle rack in the oven (while the oven heats).
Prepare broccoli (Cut, boil and submerge in ice cold water) : While the oven preheats, bring a large pot of water and 1-teaspoon salt to boil.
In the meantime start preparing 1 head broccoli, rinse and cut the it into florets (they should all be about the same size).
Fill a large mixing bowl with ice water, and set it next to the stove.
When the water is boiling, add the broccoli florets, and set the heat to medium-low. Boil the broccoli for 2 minutes.
After 2 minutes, use a slotted spoon to submerge the broccoli in the ice water to cool for 2 minutes.
Transfer the broccoli to a paper towel-lined plate to dry and pat dry with another paper towel.
Broil broccoli : Once pat dry, transfer broccoli florets in a large bowl. Mix together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoons kosher salt and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and spread the broccoli mixture evenly over the pan.
Set the oven to broil and return the pan with the broccoli to the middle rack of the oven. Broil the broccoli 4 minutes.
Prepare cheese and breadcrumbs mix : While the broccoli is broiling, in a medium bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1/3 cup of panko bread crumbs, 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.
Combine broccoli and cheese mix and broil : Remove the pan from the oven, and sprinkle the breadcrumb/cheese mixture evenly over the top of the broccoli.
Return the broccoli to the oven and broil another 3-5 minutes or until the broccoli is fork-tender and the cheese has melted and is crispy around the edges. Watch closely so the cheese doesn’t burn.
Note : If the cheese is browning too quickly, remove the broccoli from the oven and turn off the broiler. After 1 minute, return the broccoli to the oven and let it finish cooking with residual heat.
Serve hot and enjoy!
How to Store
Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for 1-3 days. Microwave for 30 second increments or add some extra cheese mixture and broil for a few minutes, or until the cheese melts.
Serving Suggestions
This broccoli is perfect as a side for your Thanksgiving or holiday table. Serve it with Garlic Butter Salmon or my buttery Restaurant Style Steak . Enjoy!
More delicious side dishes to try
Cottage Fries
Garlic Rice
Crinkle Cut Fries
Air Fryer Onion Rings
Crispy Cheesy Roasted Broccoli Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli* cut into florets with 1-inch stems attached
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese**
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat oven to 450°F and set a large, rimmed sheet pan on the middle rack in the oven (while the oven heats).
- While the oven preheats, bring a large pot of water and 1 teaspoon salt to boil. In the meantime, rinse and cut the broccoli into florets (they should all be about the same size). 1 head broccoli*
- Fill a large mixing bowl with ice water, and set it next to the stove.
- When the water is boiling, add the broccoli florets, and set the heat to medium-low. Boil the broccoli for 2 minutes.
- After 2 minutes, use a slotted spoon to submerge the broccoli in the ice water to cool for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the broccoli to a paper towel-lined plate to dry and pat dry with another paper towel.
- In a large bowl, mix together broccoli, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and spread the broccoli mixture evenly over the pan.
- Set the oven to broil and return the pan with the broccoli to the middle rack of the oven. Broil the broccoli 4 minutes.
- While the broccoli is broiling, in a medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, panko crumbs, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs, 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese**, 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Remove the pan from the oven, and sprinkle the breadcrumb/cheese mixture evenly over the top of the broccoli.
- Return the broccoli to the oven and broil another 3-5 minutes or until the broccoli is fork-tender and the cheese has melted and is crispy around the edges. Watch closely so the cheese doesn’t burn. (**Note: If the cheese is browning too quickly, remove the broccoli from the oven and turn off the broiler. After 1 minute, return the broccoli to the oven and let it finish cooking with residual heat.)
- Serve immediately and Enjoy!
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
