Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Free up your oven during the holidays and make a 5 Ingredient classic recipe in the crock pot. Broccoli Cheese Casserole is a must for our Thanksgiving meal, but we enjoy this side year round. Broccoli Casserole is the ultimate comfort food.

Add this to your holiday cooking list and make your holiday easier and make this easy ingredient casserole. Perfect size for a crowd or freeze the leftovers to enjoy another time. If you love broccoli cheese casserole, you can also make Crock Pot Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole for a delicious variation.

Why This Recipe Works

Slow cooker broccoli and cheese casserole if a delicious side dish that we serve every holiday. This casserole is loaded with flavor and the ingredients are simple.

The slow cooker does all the work and serves perfect with our Slow Cooker Whole Turkey and Slow Cooker Christmas Ham Recipe.

Ingredients

• Condensed Cream of Celery Soup – Make Homemade Cream of Celery Soup Recipe

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

• Change the Cream of Soup – You can use any type of cream soup. We suggest cream of chicken or cream of mushroom if you prefer.
• Add Rice – Add cooked rice to the casserole for even more flavor.
• Change the Cheese – We used sharp cheddar cheese, but you can use any kind. I have used mild cheddar and even pepper jack cheese for a little bit of spice to the casserole.
• Add Chicken – If you prefer, you can add in some shredded chicken for a complete meal. If I have leftover chicken, I will mix it in with the other ingredients.
• Sour Cream – You can mix in sour cream with the ingredients for a creamier texture.
• Cracker Topping – This casserole is still delicious if you prefer to omit the cracker topping.
• Fried Onion – For the amazing onion flavor, you can top the casserole with some fried onion or mix it in.

How to Make Broccoli Cheese Casserole in the Crock Pot

Step 1 – Combine Ingredients – In a large bowl add celery soup, 2 cups of cheese, salt and pepper. Stir until combined.

Step 2 – Add Broccoli to Mixture – Add broccoli and stir until the broccoli is evenly coated.

Step 3 – Add Mixture to Slow Cooker Pour mixture into the prepared slow cooker.

Step 4 – Top with Crushed Crackers – Sprinkle top with crushed buttery crackers and remaining ½ cup of cheese.

• Cover and Cook – Cover with lid and Cook on LOW for 5 hours or cook on HIGH heat for 2 ½ hours.

Recipe Tips

• Prepare Vegetables – When I know that we will be making this casserole, I like to go ahead and prepare the broccoli if I am using fresh.
• Crock Pot Liner – For easy cleanup line the crock pot with a liner.
• Double the Recipe – This broccoli cheese casserole is great frozen, so double the recipe so you can serve it again.

Can I Make This in Advance?

Yes, this is the perfect casserole to make in advance. When I am hosting a holiday dinner, I like to prepare as much meals as I can in advance. Prepare the casserole as indicated and then place in the refrigerator.

If you have the room in your refrigerator, I would go ahead and place the mixture and place in the slow cooker. It will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator.

I would wait to add the crushed cracker topping until you are ready to place cook in the slow cooker.

What to Serve with Crockpot Broccoli Casserole

• Roasted Turkey
• Easy Crock Pot Spiral Ham
• Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe
• Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe