This creamy and savory asparagus casserole is made with fresh asparagus baked in a smooth, flavorful sauce of cream cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, and a blend of cheeses, then topped with crispy bacon bits for the perfect finish.

Cheesy Asparagus Casserole

Ingredients

INGREDIENT AMOUNT
Asparagus 2 bunches
Butter 1 tablespoon
Soft cream cheese ½ ounce
Heavy whipping cream ½ cup
Chicken broth 1 tablespoon
Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon
Garlic powder ½ teaspoon
Paprika ¼ teaspoon
Salt ⅛ teaspoon
Black pepper ⅛ teaspoon
Grated Parmesan cheese ⅓ cup
Pepper Jack cheese, shredded ⅛ cup
Red pepper flakes ½ teaspoon
Cooked bacon, crumbled ⅓ cup
How to Make Cheesy Asparagus Casserole

Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Asparagus
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse and trim the asparagus. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and arrange the asparagus evenly inside.

Step 2: Start the Cheese Sauce
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cream cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir continuously until everything is smooth and well combined.