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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

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.

Broccoli floret being picked up with a fork.


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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 my Parmesan Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower.

Ingredients Needed

All the ingredient needed for this recipe.

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

Broccoli florets in a bowl with all the seasonings, tossed then placed on a baking sheet.
  • 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.


A spatula scooping up some roasted broccoli.

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.
Roasted broccoli on a white platter.

Recipe Faq's

 

Broccoli floret being picked up with a fork.

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

4.41 from 65 votes
Written By: 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.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 170

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.

Video

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
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Course Sides
Cuisine American
4.41 from 65 votes (59 ratings without comment)

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16 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    My husband and I are obsessed with this recipe! I keep trying to make other broccoli recipes, but this one is the best. We make it at least once a month. Thank you for making my hubbyโ€™s tummy happy!

  2. To keep it low carb/keto I used pork rind crumbs in place of the bread crumb. This was amazing, loved it. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

  3. Yay Michele! I'm so glad you loved it. Its pretty much the only way my family will eat broccoli. Thanks for the great review ๐Ÿ™‚

  4. 5 stars
    This was really good. I added a tablespoon of unsalted butter for a yummy buttery taste and even ate this stuff cold. Loved it.