With all the salty deliciousness of chips, this 3-ingredient Smashed Broccoli with Parmesan is our new favorite broccoli recipe. Just boil, smash, and bake! These crispy broccoli chips are easy to whip up and can be customized with flavors like red pepper flakes or balsamic vinegar. It's so good that my friends and family who taste test for Live Eat Learn have told me I'm not allowed to show up without smashed broccoli anymore!
Boil: Bring a large pot of water (about ½ full) to a boil. Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Add broccoli to the water and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bright green. Drain immediatley and rinse under cold water.Dry broccoli well by letting it drain then patting with a clean towel.
Assemble: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). On a parchment-lined baking sheet, make about the same amount of mounds of parmesan as you have broccoli pieces (about 1 Tbsp each). Set a piece of broccoli onto each mound of cheese.
Squish: Use a cup to firmly smash each piece of broccoli until flattened. Sprinkle them all with lemon pepper seasoning.
Bake: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until browned at the edges and crispy. Serve warm!