Best 6 Chicken Cheese And Broccoli Calzone Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Delight: Exploring the Savory Flavors of Chicken, Cheese, and Broccoli Calzone**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with a dish that tantalizes the taste buds and captivates the senses: the chicken, cheese, and broccoli calzone. This delectable creation is a perfect blend of savory flavors, textures, and aromas, promising a satisfying and memorable dining experience. As you dive into this culinary masterpiece, you'll encounter a golden-brown crust, crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. Each bite reveals a symphony of flavors, with succulent chicken, melted cheese, and tender broccoli harmoniously intertwined. Accompanied by a variety of dipping sauces, this calzone offers a customizable taste adventure that caters to every palate. Whether you prefer a classic marinara or a spicy arrabbiata, the possibilities are endless. Additionally, this recipe provides vegetarian and vegan alternatives, ensuring that everyone can savor the delights of this culinary gem. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and get ready to embark on a culinary expedition that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CALZONE



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15-ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
8 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 (10-ounce) package broccoli florets, thawed and drained
Salt
Black pepper
1 pound bread or pizza dough, thawed
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella and broccoli. Mix well. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Roll dough out to a 12-inch circle. Spread cheese filling over 1 side of circle, to within 1-inch of the edge. Lift 1 side of dough and fold over so that it meets the other side, forming a half moon, and pinch the edges together to seal.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Transfer calzone to a large baking sheet sprinkle the top with cheese. Bake 15 minutes, until puffed up golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

BROCCOLI, PEPPERONI AND THREE CHEESE CALZONES



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These Italian breads remind me of a folded-over pizza. They are filled with such yummy ingredients!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ heads fresh broccoli
⅔ cup shredded provolone cheese
⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup diced pepperoni
¼ cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons cornmeal

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, proof the yeast by blending it with 1/4 cup of the warm water. Let stand until it bubbles.
  • In a large bowl combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Blend in the one tablespoon of olive oil by rubbing the mixture between the palms of your hands. Make a well in the dry ingredients. Add proofed yeast mixture and work in by hand. Gradually add the remaining warm water. Blend well and gather into a ball.
  • Place one teaspoon of olive oil on a wooden board. Knead dough on board until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap and a towel. Let rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
  • Meanwhile, prepare calzone filling: separate the broccoli tops from the stalks. Soak in cool water with 1 teaspoon salt for 15 minutes. Rinse in cool water. Cook in a large pot of boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain well and chop into small pieces. Place in large bowl with provolone cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, pepperoni, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper.
  • Punch down dough and knead for one minute. Divide into six equal pieces. On a floured board, roll each section into a 8x10 inch rectangle.
  • In a small bowl combine the beaten egg and water. On the long side of the dough, place 2/3 cup filling in a strip one inch away from the edges of the dough. Flatten the filling with a spoon. Brush egg mixture over edges of dough. Fold the dough over the filling. Fold edges under 1/4 inch. Seal edges.
  • Sprinkle two 12x16 inch baking pans with cornmeal. Place three calzones on each baking pan. Brush remaining egg mixture on top of calzones. Prick tops of calzones with toothpick, making holes 1/2 inch apart on top of dough.
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degree F (190 degrees C) oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.5 calories, Carbohydrate 73.3 g, Cholesterol 88.7 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1660.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BROCCOLI CALZONES



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These turnovers make a great weeknight dinner. Just pop them straight from the freezer into the oven, and serve with your favorite tomato sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Flour, for rolling dough
2 packages (1 pound each) balls fresh or frozen pizza dough, thawed if frozen
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded (6 ounces) part-skim mozzarella cheese
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Prepared tomato sauce (optional)
1 medium red onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium. Add onion; cook until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add broccoli, garlic, and pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; set aside to cool.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Form calzones: Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, stretch each piece out, first to a 3-by-4-inch oval, then stretch again, this time to a 6-by-8-inch oval. (Let dough rest a few minutes if too elastic to work with.)
  • Stir cheeses into cooled broccoli mixture; season generously with salt and pepper. Assemble calzones: Spread a rounded 1/2 cup broccoli mixture over half of each piece of dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border; fold over to form a half-moon. Press edges to seal. With a paring knife, cut 2 slits in the top of each calzone.
  • Using a wide metal spatula with a thin blade, transfer calzones to 2 baking sheets lined with parchment or waxed paper; reshape if needed.
  • Bake until golden, about 25 minutes. Serve with tomato sauce, if desired.

CHEESY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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Cheesy chicken-broccoli casserole. Eat as-is or serve over mashed potatoes or rice.

Provided by Eric Wood

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon unsalted butter, or as needed
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cubed
3 cups finely chopped broccoli
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup sour cream
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch dish.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add chicken and continue to boil until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine broccoli, cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • Drain chicken and add to broccoli mixture. Mix well. Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Add remaining Parmesan cheese on top and continue to bake until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 832.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CHICKEN BROCCOLI CALZONES



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"Smoked mozarella cheese and golden raisins add to the excellent flavor of the broccoli and chicken in these easy-to-fix calzones," says field Editor Iola Egle from Bella Vista, Arkansas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 calzones.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1/2 pound smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup golden raisins
1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. Sprinkle with sage; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in the broccoli, chicken, cheese, basil and raisins; set aside., On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into four pieces. Roll each piece into a 10-in. circle. Carefully place one circle on a lightly greased baking sheet. Spoon a fourth of the chicken mixture onto half of the circle. Brush edges of dough with water; fold dough over filling and pinch edges to seal. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. , With a sharp knife, make two slashes on each calzone. Beat egg and water; brush over calzones. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 932mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 49g protein.

CHICKEN BROCCOLI CALZONES RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by flour_arrangements

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1/2 pound smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup golden raisins
1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • 1. Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. Sprinkle with sage; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the broccoli, chicken, cheese, basil and raisins; set aside. 2. On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into four pieces. Roll each piece into a 10-in. circle. Carefully place one circle on a lightly greased baking sheet. Spoon a fourth of the chicken mixture onto half of the circle. Brush edges of dough with water; fold dough over filling and pinch edges to seal. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. 3. With a sharp knife, make two slashes on each calzone. Beat egg and water; brush over calzones. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Good quality cheese, broccoli, and chicken will make a big difference in the overall taste of the calzone.
  • Don't overstuff the calzone: Be careful not to overstuff the calzone, or it will be difficult to seal and cook evenly. A good rule of thumb is to fill the calzone no more than 1/2 to 2/3 full.
  • Seal the calzone tightly: Make sure to seal the calzone tightly before baking. This will prevent the filling from leaking out and will help the calzone to cook evenly.
  • Bake the calzone until golden brown: Bake the calzone until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will ensure that the calzone is cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.
  • Let the calzone cool slightly before serving: Let the calzone cool slightly before serving, as this will make it easier to handle and will prevent the filling from spilling out.

Conclusion:

Chicken, cheese, and broccoli calzone is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy crust, flavorful filling, and gooey cheese, this calzone is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chicken, cheese, and broccoli calzone a try. You won't be disappointed!

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