Here’s a rich, flavorful, and easy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli recipe — perfect as a side dish for chicken, steak, or pasta.
🥦 Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli
⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
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4 cups fresh broccoli florets
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2 tablespoons butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (optional for extra creaminess)
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1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Broccoli
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Add broccoli and cook 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
Drain and set aside.
(For softer broccoli, steam 4–5 minutes instead.)
2️⃣ Make the Garlic Cream Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat:
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Melt butter
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Add minced garlic and sauté 30–60 seconds (do not brown)
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
3️⃣ Add Cheese
Stir in:
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Parmesan
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Mozzarella (if using)
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Salt
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Pepper
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Italian seasoning
Simmer until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Combine
Add cooked broccoli to the skillet.
Toss to coat evenly in sauce.
Simmer 2–3 more minutes until broccoli is fully coated and tender.
5️⃣ Serve
Garnish with extra Parmesan and cracked pepper.
🔥 Optional Add-Ins
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Crispy bacon bits
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Sautéed mushrooms
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Grilled chicken slices
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Extra garlic for stronger flavor
🧀 For Extra Thick Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water and simmer until thickened.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
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A low-carb/keto version
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A baked casserole version
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Or a lighter version using milk instead of cream 😊