In the culinary world, the marriage of chicken, broccoli, and tortillas has resulted in a delightful dish known as baked chicken and broccoli tortillas. This delectable concoction, often hailed as a culinary symphony, pleases the palate with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Baked chicken, marinated in savory herbs and spices, pairs perfectly with tender broccoli florets, enveloped in a warm tortilla embrace. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, baked chicken and broccoli tortillas stand ready to delight your taste buds.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAKED CHICKEN & BROCCOLI RECIPE
Juicy, tender chicken breasts and seamlessly roasted broccoli come together for an incredibly simple, mouthwatering meal.
Provided by Renee
Categories Main Course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Rub the chicken all over with 2 tablespoons of the melted butter (or olive oil if you prefer)
- Sprinkle half the measurements of the spices all over the chicken breasts
- Place the chicken breasts side by side in the middle of a small baking dish
- In a small bowl, add the broccoli florets. Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter (or olive oil) into the bowl as well
- Add the other half of the spices. Mix until the broccoli is coated well. Set broccoli aside for now
- Bake the chicken in the oven for 15 minutes, then (without removing the pan completely from oven) open oven doors and pour the broccoli mixture into the baking dish surrounding the chicken
- Return to bake for another 20 minutes
- Remove from oven and let chicken rest about 5-10 minutes before slicing
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 cal
BAKED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI TORTILLAS
Yummy and comforting. The recipe called for cream of mushroom soup but we prefer cream of chicken soup, use what you like.
Provided by Margie99
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine soup, milk, mustard and atrragon. Stir in chicken, broccoli and green onion. Spoon about 1/2 c mixture into center of each tortilla. Fold in sides and roll up. Place seam side down in a greased 12x8 or 9x13 dish.
- Bake at 350 for 15 minutes, sprinkle with cheese and bake 10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 645.2, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 33.1, Sodium 1558.1, Carbohydrate 84.9, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 23.1
CHICKEN BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Fix Trisha Yearwood's cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole recipe, from Trisha's Southern Kitchen on Food Network, as a comforting make-ahead meal.
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 2h50m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-by-2-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- Place the chicken in a large pot with water to cover. Add some salt, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook the chicken until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain the chicken, cover, and refrigerate until cool, or up to 24 hours. Shred.
- Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, and boil until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread the rice in an even layer in the baking dish. Make a second layer with the broccoli. In a large bowl, mix the chicken soup, the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, shredded chicken, half the Cheddar and some salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and top with the remaining Cheddar. Bake for 40 minutes; let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
LIGHT CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI BAKE
Cheesy chicken and broccoli bakes are the ultimate comfort food, but I wanted to give the classic casserole a healthier spin. Mine cuts down on fat and calories, but keeps the same cozy flavor. -Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk together first five ingredients. Stir in broccoli, chicken, onion and 1/4 cup cheese. Transfer to a greased 9-in. pie plate. Sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake until golden brown and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 667mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN TORTILLA BAKE
Mother frequently made this comforting chicken tortilla casserole when I was growing up. Our family would scrape the pan clean. Chicken, cheese and zippy green chiles are a mouthwatering mix.-Jerri Moror, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, chiles, broth, soups and onion; set aside. Layer half of the tortillas in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cutting to fit pan if desired. Top with half of the chicken mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. If desired, serve with sour cream and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1007mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
BAKED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI TORTILLAS
I used whole wheat tortillas for the dish shown, and I would have liked a little more cheese. Swiss is good, but this time I used a Mexican cheese blend.
Provided by Polly Anna @Polly
Categories Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine soup, milk, mustard and tarragon.
- Stir in chicken, broccoli and green onions.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup mixture into center of each tortilla.
- Fold in sides and roll up.
- Place, seam side down, in greased 12x8x1 3/4-inch baking dish.
- Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer.
CHICKEN-BROCCOLI ENCHILADAS
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories dinner, weekday, casseroles, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 enchiladas, 2 per serving
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Remove tough stems from broccoli and break into florets. Steam broccoli until crisp but tender, and set aside.
- In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil; saute the onion for 3 or 4 minutes to soften. Add the garlic, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, cinnamon and chicken. Stir and cook to mix well and heat through. Season with salt, if desired. Remove from heat and stir in broccoli; divide into six equal portions, and set aside.
- In blender or food processor combine tomatoes, cilantro and evaporated milk; blend well. Pour into pot and heat just to boiling. Remove from heat and dip each tortilla into the hot mixture to soften slightly.
- Fill each tortilla with one-sixth of the chicken mixture; roll up, and place seam side down in a baking dish large enough to hold all the enchiladas in a single layer. Repeat the process and pour the remaining tomato-milk mixture over enchiladas; sprinkle cheese over the top.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly, and serve with brown rice and a dollop of yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 328, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 271 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
EASY BAKED CHICKEN, RICE, AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
No-fuss weeknight chicken casserole meal which covers all the bases...budget, taste, and ease.
Provided by B's Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Combine chicken, soup, broccoli, rice, and water in a bowl; mix thoroughly. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking pan and cover with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, top with Cheddar cheese, and cover again. Continue to bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center, rice is tender, and cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 649.1 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh broccoli and chicken will give your tortillas the best flavor.
- Cook the chicken thoroughly: Make sure the chicken is cooked all the way through before adding it to the tortillas.
- Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender but still has a bit of a crunch.
- Use a good quality tortilla: A good quality tortilla will hold up better when you fold it and will also taste better.
- Be generous with the cheese: Cheese is what makes these tortillas so delicious, so don't be afraid to add a lot.
- Serve the tortillas with your favorite dipping sauce: Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole are all great options.
Conclusion:
Baked chicken and broccoli tortillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken and broccoli. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that the whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give baked chicken and broccoli tortillas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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