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    Home » Side dish

    Crunchy Baked Broccoli

    Oct 12, 2021 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This Crunchy Baked Broccoli is simple and very tasty. Made with just 7 simple ingredients, it's certain to be the star of the dinner show.

    Crunchy Baked Broccoli close up shot

    Cooking broccoli isn't hard to do at all. In fact, it's one of my favorite vegetables to make. This is because there really isn't a wrong way to make broccoli. You can cook it in a way that leaves a crunch or have it cooked further so that it's easy to bite. Either way, that broccoli flavor, and taste are amazing.

    Since this recipe has a coating on the broccoli, the crisp texture is the star of the dish. Pair it up with a bit of parmesan and paprika to give it a unique taste. The added Panko breadcrumbs mean that the broccoli is coated with just the right amount of "breading" to give it that deep-fried texture without it actually being deep-fried.

    Video Tutorial

    Main Ingredients

    • Broccoli. Use fresh broccoli florets, that look vibrant green and are similar in size.
    • Panko. Panko breadcrumbs must be used in this recipe. Skip regular breadcrumbs.
    • Parmesan. Adds a great flavor.
    • Olive Oil. Or other kind.
    • Garlic Powder. Or fresh garlic can be used.
    • Paprika. For a subtle flavor and color.
    • Salt & Pepper. To taste.

    How to make it

    1. Place broccoli onto a large baking sheet, drizzle the oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.

    adding oil and seasonings to broccoli

    2. In a small bowl mix together Panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix it.

    mixing parmesan with panko

    3. Sprinkle the seasoned breadcrumbs onto the broccoli and bake at 425F for 20 minutes.

    adding breadcrumbs to broccoli
    Crunchy Baked Broccoli on a plate

    Tips for best Crunchy Baked Broccoli

    • Trim the broccoli head. Make certain that you trim the ends of the broccoli so that they're fresh. The ends can get older and chewy and that will only take away from the flavor and texture.
    • Don't overcrowd the pan. You want to be certain that the broccoli has enough room to spread out so that it can evenly cook. All of it should be in one simple layer so that none of it overlaps.
    • Add in a bit of heat. If you like spicy, you can always add in some cayenne pepper to the mixture. Just be certain that if you're sharing with others that they like heat as well.

    How to store and reheat

    This makes quite a big bunch of cooked broccoli so if you have some leftover, you just need to store it in a sealable container and keep it in the fridge. When you're ready to reheat, just put it back in the oven low and slow or heat it up in the microwave.

    Be aware that it might not have a crispy texture when you're reheating it and this isn't uncommon. It will still have a great flavor but might lack a bit of that crispiness.

    What to serve with

    The great thing about broccoli is that you can pair it up with just about any other type of dish. Chicken, beef, pork, tofu - you name it! You can even make this a main meal if you decide that you want to!

    Crunchy Baked Broccoli on a plate

    The simple broccoli recipe is an easy way to get that "fried" texture while being able to bake it right in the oven. The crisp texture paired with the flavors of paprika, panko, and parmesan make this one delicious side dish recipe that everyone is certain to enjoy.

    More easy side dish recipes:

    • Roasted Sugar Snap Peas
    • Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
    • Cheesy Eggplant with Marinara
    • Simple Roasted Broccoli

    Crunchy Baked Broccoli

    Tania Sheff
    This Crunchy Baked Broccoli is simple and very tasty. Made with just 7 simple ingredients, it's certain to be the star of the dinner show.
    4.76 from 37 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 120 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb. broccoli florets
    • 1 tbsp. olive oil
    • ¾ tsp. sea salt or to taste
    • ¼ tsp. pepper or to taste
    • ⅓ cup Panko breadcrumbs
    • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan
    • ½ tsp. garlic powder
    • ½ tsp. paprika

    Instructions
     

    • Place broccoli onto a large baking sheet, drizzle the oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
    • In a small bowl mix together Panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix it.
    • Sprinkle the seasoned breadcrumbs onto the broccoli and bake at 425F for 20 minutes.

    Notes

    Tips for best Crunchy Baked Broccoli

    • Trim the broccoli head. Make certain that you trim the ends of the broccoli so that they're fresh. The ends can get older and chewy and that will only take away from the flavor and texture.
    • Don't overcrowd the pan. You want to be certain that the broccoli has enough room to spread out so that it can evenly cook. All of it should be in one simple layer so that none of it overlaps.
    • Add in a bit of heat. If you like spicy, you can always add in some cayenne pepper to the mixture. Just be certain that if you're sharing with others that they like heat as well.

    How to store and reheat

    This makes quite a big bunch of cooked broccoli so if you have some leftover, you just need to store it in a sealable container and keep it in the fridge. When you're ready to reheat, just put it back in the oven low and slow or heat it up in the microwave.
    Be aware that it might not have a crispy texture when you're reheating it and this isn't uncommon. It will still have a great flavor but might lack a bit of that crispiness.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 533mgPotassium: 399mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1060IUVitamin C: 101mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!

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