This Slow Cooker Broccoli Casserole is made from scratch (no canned soup) and is the perfect side dish for holiday dinners but easy enough to make any weeknight. It’s cheesy and creamy with the perfect crunch from fried onions and made simple in the crockpot!
Over medium heat in a small saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Let cook 2-3 minutes.
3 Tablespoons salted butter, 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
Whisk in milk until smooth and season. Stir frequently and let thicken.
2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Spray the basin of a 6 quart slow cooker. Pour in the broccoli pieces and top with the gravy. Stir to combine.
24 ounces fresh broccoli pieces
Cover & cook on HIGH for 1 hour or LOW for 2 hours. Stir. Replace cover and cook an additional 30 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Each slow cooker cooks differently so your cook time may vary.
Once broccoli is tender, sprinkle in the cheese, stir, and then top with the fried onions.
1.5 cups shredded cheddar, 1 cup fried onions
Cook, uncovered, for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Notes
If you don't like fried onions, crushed RItz crackers can be used.Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.