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• More Cheesy Vegetable Casserole Recipes
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This broccoli cauliflower casserole is a blend of two of my favorite recipes that use these veggies: cheesy broccoli cheddar casserole and creamy cauliflower casserole . Both of those have a cheese sauce made with just cream, but this time I added chicken broth and cream cheese. They give it an earthy vibe and hint of tang, without giving up the comfort food factor. Make it with me — I’m certain you’ll love it just as much as my other two!

Why You Need My Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

• Tender broccoli and cauliflower in a creamy, cheesy sauce – Because is there any better way to enjoy these veggies?! If you love cream of broccoli soup or broccoli cheese soup , this dish reminds me of those in casserole form — except with cauliflower thrown in, and crispy bacon for good measure.
• Super easy – My recipe uses simple, easy-to-find ingredients and you can be enjoying it in just 30 minutes. I also love that I can prep most of it in advance to make it even faster!
• Healthy side that feels like comfort food – Many recipes add starches, but mine is naturally gluten-free. And with all that cheese and bacon, I think you can convince even your pickiest eaters to eat their veggies. Something I’m always trying to do. 😉

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for cauliflower broccoli casserole, what each one does in my recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .

• Broccoli And Cauliflower – Obviously the stars of this vegetable casserole! I recommend small florets for faster cooking, but larger ones work — you’d just have to boil for a couple minutes longer. You can also make this casserole with only one of these veggies, if you have just one of them.
• Aromatics – Fresh garlic and onion taste the best! If you want to save on time, substitute a tablespoon of jarred minced garlic . You could use 3/4 teaspoon of garlic powder and a tablespoon of onion powder instead of both if you really want to, but I’m not a fan of this swap for this recipe.
• Cream Cheese – This makes up the base of the creamy sauce in my broccoli cauliflower casserole. Leave the cream cheese out on the counter for about 30 minutes to let it get soft, or microwave it in 10-second intervals.
• Chicken Broth – Adds flavor and thins out the sauce. I use reduced sodium chicken broth, but regular also works. You could also make your own chicken broth , or use vegetable broth or even bone broth .
• Cheese – I use a combination of sharp cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese for a rich, melty texture and flavor variety. Feel free to swap in other types of cheese, like Gruyere, Gouda, Colby, or Parmesan.
• Cooked Bacon – Make bacon in the oven (my favorite way to make bacon), air fryer bacon , or even microwave bacon . You can also omit it if you want to.
• Butter – I use unsalted. You can use salted and just add a little less salt.
• Sea Salt & Black Pepper

How To Make Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .

1. Boil the florets. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, or a Dutch oven (I used this Dutch oven in blue). Add the broccoli and cauliflower, and cook uncovered until crisp-tender. Alternatively, you can steam the veggies in a steamer basket instead. Drain and run cold water over the vegetables (or shock in a bowl of ice water) to prevent further cooking. Pat dry and place in a bowl.
2. Saute the aromatics. Melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions to the melted butter and cook until translucent. Add the minced garlic, and saute until fragrant.

1. Make the sauce. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Stir in the chicken broth.

1. Mix together. Remove from heat, and add the broccoli and cauliflower florets to the pot. Add the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and crumbled bacon. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
2. Assemble the casserole. Transfer the broccoli and cauliflower mixture to a large baking dish (I use and love this one that’s pretty enough to go straight to the table). Sprinkle with more cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Top with more crumbled bacon.

1. Bake until melty. Place the broccoli and cauliflower casserole in the oven, and bake until the cheeses on top melt. This doesn’t take very long!

My Recipe Tips

• You want the broccoli and cauliflower slightly undercooked at the boiling step. They will soften more when you bake the broccoli cauliflower casserole, so if you cook them to your ideal doneness in the beginning, they’ll be mushy after baking.
• If you want the cheese more browned, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end. I did do this step in these pictures, and I’d say it’s even a teeny bit darker than I’d recommend. But it was still amazing!
• Want to make it a meal? Add cooked (diced or shredded) chicken to add protein. I often use leftover baked chicken breast , but if you don’t have any, you can make my Instant Pot chicken pretty fast.
• Want it spicy? Sometimes I drizzle with buffalo sauce at the end (and my husband, who puts it on literally everything , always does). You can also combine diced baked buffalo chicken with the vegetables before baking.

Serving Ideas

Looking for some main dishes to serve alongside this creamy broccoli cauliflower cheese casserole? Here are my go-to choices:

• Chicken – You can add cooked chicken to the casserole (see my tips above), which is my fave to have a meal in one dish. For something separate, try my pan seared chicken breasts or peri peri chicken .
• Seafood – I think the creamy texture in this cheesy broccoli cauliflower casserole pairs perfectly with my garlic butter shrimp or broiled salmon .
• Steak – I like to air fry steaks or pan sear ribeyes while the casserole bakes.
• Pork – My tender pork steaks are excellent with this side dish, or get everything on the table in less than 30 minutes with my air fryer pork chops .

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Ingredients

Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.

• 1 bunch Broccoli (2-3 heads, cut into florets) ▢
• 1 head Cauliflower (cut into florets) ▢
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted) ▢
• 1/2 large Onion (diced) ▢
• 6 cloves Garlic (minced) ▢
• 8 oz Cream cheese (softened at room temperature) ▢
• 1/2 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium ▢
• 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded; divided into 1 cup and 1/2 cup) ▢
• 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded; divided into 1 cup and 1/2 cup) ▢
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt (to taste) ▢
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper (to taste) ▢
• 9 slices Cooked bacon (crumbled or chopped; optional; divided) ▢

Instructions

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1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (232 degrees C).
2. Bring a large pot or Dutch oven of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cauliflower, and cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes for small florets or 4-5 minutes for regular-sized florets, until crisp-tender. (You want them slightly undercooked, as they will finish cooking in the oven.) Drain and run cold water over the vegetables to prevent further cooking. Pat dry.
3. In the same pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes , until translucent.
4. Add the minced garlic. Saute for about 1 minute , until fragrant.
5. Reduce heat to low. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Stir in the chicken broth.
6. Turn off the heat, and add the broccoli and cauliflower florets to the pot. Add 1 cup each of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and 6 slices of crumbled bacon (if using). Mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix again.
7. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 casserole dish . Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar, 1/2 cup mozzarella, and 3 slices crumbled bacon (if using).
8. Bake for about 10 minutes , until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot. If you want the cheese more browned, broil for 2-3 minutes .

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Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you avoid mushy vegetables, add protein to make this dish a full meal, and a spicy variation.
• Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Meal prep: You can cut and blanch the veggies in advane and refrigerate, but I prefer to assemble the entire casserole ahead of time. That way I can just pop it in the oven the day-of!
• Reheat: Place it back in the oven (this time at 350 degrees F) for 15-20 minutes, or microwave individual portions for lunch.
• Freeze: You can freeze cauliflower broccoli casserole before or after baking it. (I’ve done both ways!) Let it come to room temperature, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• Note on nutrition info: The optional bacon is not included. You can add it on to re-calculate the macros in my Wholesome Yum App by using the “customize recipe” feature!

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Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

More Cheesy Vegetable Casserole Recipes

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Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

This broccoli cauliflower casserole combines veggies, creamy sauce, cheese, and optional crispy bacon all in one pan. Easy comfort food!

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Ingredients

• 1 bunch Broccoli (2-3 heads, cut into florets)
• 1 head Cauliflower (cut into florets)
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1/2 large Onion (diced)
• 6 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 8 oz Cream cheese (softened at room temperature)
• 1/2 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium
• 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded; divided into 1 cup and 1/2 cup)
• 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded; divided into 1 cup and 1/2 cup)
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper (to taste)
• 9 slices Cooked bacon (crumbled or chopped; optional; divided)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (232 degrees C).
2. Bring a large pot or Dutch oven of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cauliflower, and cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes for small florets or 4-5 minutes for regular-sized florets, until crisp-tender. (You want them slightly undercooked, as they will finish cooking in the oven.) Drain and run cold water over the vegetables to prevent further cooking. Pat dry.
3. In the same pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes , until translucent.
4. Add the minced garlic. Saute for about 1 minute , until fragrant.
5. Reduce heat to low. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Stir in the chicken broth.
6. Turn off the heat, and add the broccoli and cauliflower florets to the pot. Add 1 cup each of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and 6 slices of crumbled bacon (if using). Mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix again.
7. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 casserole dish . Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar, 1/2 cup mozzarella, and 3 slices crumbled bacon (if using).
8. Bake for about 10 minutes , until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot. If you want the cheese more browned, broil for 2-3 minutes .

Maya’s Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 cup

• Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you avoid mushy vegetables, add protein to make this dish a full meal, and a spicy variation.
• Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Meal prep: You can cut and blanch the veggies in advane and refrigerate, but I prefer to assemble the entire casserole ahead of time. That way I can just pop it in the oven the day-of!
• Reheat: Place it back in the oven (this time at 350 degrees F) for 15-20 minutes, or microwave individual portions for lunch.
• Freeze: You can freeze cauliflower broccoli casserole before or after baking it. (I’ve done both ways!) Let it come to room temperature, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• Note on nutrition info: The optional bacon is not included. You can add it on to re-calculate the macros in my Wholesome Yum App by using the “customize recipe” feature!

📖 Want more recipes like this? Find this one and many more in my Winter Ebook Bundle !

I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .

© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)