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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli Recipe with Bacon

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli Recipe with Bacon Bliss

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli Recipe with Bacon is a quick and flavorful dish featuring a rich sauce and crispy bacon, perfect for gluten-free and keto diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broccoli
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Fresh or frozen, well-drained
For the Bacon
  • 6 slices Bacon Substitute turkey bacon for lighter option
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Cooking fat; can substitute olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 cup Cream Use half-and-half or plant-based cream for lighter option
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can be omitted for lighter dish or use dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust according to heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential for flavor balance

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towel.
  3. Retain 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet. Melt butter over medium heat, add broccoli florets, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 6 minutes until vibrant green.
  4. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cream, cream cheese, chicken stock, half of the grated parmesan, and paprika. Simmer on low for 3-4 minutes until smooth.
  6. Incorporate crispy bacon into the broccoli mixture and top with remaining grated cheese.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden, broil for an extra 2 minutes for a crispy top.
  8. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added richness, drizzle olive oil before serving. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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