Baked Asparagus with Cheese is the easiest way to turn simple roasted asparagus into a cheesy, irresistible side dish. Fresh asparagus spears are roasted until tender, then topped with melty cheese for a quick, family-friendly vegetable that pairs perfectly with chicken, steak, or fish.
If you're looking for a complementary side, our Garlic Baby Red Potatoes or Perfectly Seasoned Instant Pot Basmati Rice both offer a comforting option that pairs well with the asparagus.
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Roasted asparagus with cheese is a simple yet elegant side that can be ready in under 25 minutes. When combined with the rich flavors of gruyere cheese, garlic, and panko, it becomes a side dish that's hard to resist.
If you like this recipe, you may also love our Oven Baked Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Bundles, Grilled Summer Squash, Asparagus, and Potatoes, or Asparagus Orzo with Peas.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: Ready in minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Healthy Ingredients: Packed with vitamins and minerals from asparagus.
- Crowd-Pleaser: A hit with both kids and adults.
- Versatile: Perfect as a side dish for any meal. We love to serve it with Crispy Panko Chicken for a delicious and well-balanced dinner.
Ingredients for Asparagus with Cheese
- Asparagus: Fresh and tender, trimmed to remove woody ends.
- Olive Oil: Helps in roasting the asparagus to perfection.
- Garlic: Adds a fragrant and flavorful punch.
- Gruyere Cheese: Pairs well over the asparagus. Like this ingredient? Try our Steakhouse Creamed Spinach with Gruyere Cheese.
- Panko: Provides a satisfying crunch.
- Butter: Used for toasting the panko.
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions & Variations
- Asparagus: Substitute with broccoli or green beans for a different flavor.
- Gruyere Cheese Mozzarella, Parmesan, or White Cheddar are excellent alternatives.
How to Make Asparagus with Cheese
STEP ONE: Prepare the Asparagus
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Trim the woody ends off the asparagus. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the asparagus, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until slightly tender. Add minced garlic during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to prevent burning.
STEP TWO: Prepare the Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded gruyere cheese evenly over the asparagus in the oven-safe skillet.
STEP THREE: Bake the Asparagus and Prepare the Panko
Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
While the asparagus is baking, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
STEP FOUR: Sprinkle the Panko and Serve
Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the toasted panko over the top. Serve immediately.
Expert Tips for Success
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✔️ DO Add a sprinkle of grated parmesan just before serving for added flavor.
✔️ DO Watch and stir the panko breadcrumbs carefully while toasting.
Storage
Store leftover cheesy roasted asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dish is not freezer-friendly. To reheat, place in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350°F until warmed through.
Recipe FAQs
The asparagus is done when it is tender but still slightly crisp. You can check by piercing a spear with a fork; it should go in easily but not be too soft.
You can substitute asparagus with vegetables like broccoli, green beans, or Brussels sprouts. Adjust the cooking time based on the vegetable's texture and thickness.
Mozzarella, Parmesan, and white cheddar are excellent alternatives.
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Asparagus with Cheese
Equipment
- Oven-safe skillet
- Small skillet
- Measuring Spoons
- Spatula
- Foil
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus approximately 20-25 spears, trimmed
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup Gruyere cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoon toasted panko
- 1 tablespoon butter
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Trim the asparagus ends.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add the asparagus to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the asparagus is slightly tender.
- Add the minced garlic during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to prevent burning.
- Sprinkle the shredded gruyere cheese evenly over the asparagus in the oven-safe skillet.
- Cover the skillet with foil if needed to prevent the cheese from over-browning.
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the asparagus is baking, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add the panko breadcrumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the toasted panko over the top. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Asparagus: Substitute with broccoli or green beans for a different flavor.
- Gruyere Cheese Mozzarella, Parmesan, or White Cheddar are excellent alternatives.
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