Best 7 Broccoli Calzones Recipes

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Are you craving a delicious and unique meal that combines the vibrant flavors of broccoli with the comforting goodness of calzones? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating mouthwatering broccoli calzones, a perfect blend of crispy crust, tender broccoli, and savory fillings. With just a few simple steps and readily available ingredients, you'll be able to impress your family and friends with this delectable dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets to making the best broccoli calzones you've ever tasted!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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.

BROCCOLI AND FOUR CHEESE CALZONES



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Calzones are a fun variation for pizza lovers! Try substituting frozen chopped spinach for the broccoli. All-purpose flour will work if you do not have bread flour handy!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ⅓ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅔ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups bread flour
2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 (10 ounce) package chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup shredded provolone cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the water, olive oil, salt, oregano, bread flour, and yeast in the bread machine pan in the order recommend by the manufacturer. Select the dough cycle.
  • Meanwhile, to make the filling, squeeze out excess liquid from broccoli. In a large skillet saute the broccoli and garlic powder with the olive oil. Stir in the grated provolone cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese.
  • Once bread cycle has finished, remove dough from machine and roll into 8 inch circles. Spread filling on one half of the circle leaving a border around it for closing. Close the calzone by folding the unfilled side on top of the filled side. Crimp the edges closed with your fingers or a fork. Place on a lightly greased baking pan. Let rise in a draft-free area for 30 minutes.
  • Brush tops lightly with olive oil. Bake in a preheated 500 degree F (260 degrees C) oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 529 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

BROCCOLI-CHEESE CALZONES



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A cheesy delight ready in 35 minutes! Enjoy these broccoli and cheese calzones - perfect for Italian meals!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 container (15 oz) fat-free ricotta cheese
1 box (9 oz) frozen cut broccoli, thawed
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fat-free egg product or 2 egg whites
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 loaf (1 lb) frozen wheat or white bread dough, thawed
1 can (8 oz) pizza sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 2 cookie sheets with shortening. In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except bread dough and pizza sauce.
  • Divide bread dough into 6 equal pieces. On lightly floured surface using floured rolling pin, roll each piece into 7-inch round.
  • Top half of each dough round with cheese mixture to within 1 inch of edge. Carefully fold dough over filling; pinch edge or press with fork to seal securely. Place calzones on cookie sheets.
  • Bake about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat pizza sauce over medium heat about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Serve warm sauce over calzones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CALZONES



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Make and share this Broccoli and Cheese Calzones recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 calzones, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli, thawed, drained, squeezed dry and chopped
1 (10 ounce) prepared refrigerated pizza dough
3 green onions, chopped (white and light green parts)
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola or 1/2 cup other blue cheese
1/2 cup packed grated Fontina cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
flour
2 cups marinara sauce (I use roasted garlic flavor)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425. In a med bowl, mix the broccoli, green onions, ricotta, gorgonzola, parmesan and fontina. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle a large baking sheet with flour. Unfold the dough and gently stretch and/or roll the dough to an 11-inch square; cut the dough in half diagonally, forming 2 triangles. Place half of the filling in the center of each traingle. Fold one side of each triangle over the filling, forming 2 triangle calzones. Press the edges of the dough to seal. Cut 3 slits in the top of each to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake the calzones for about 15 minutes, until golden brown. Serve hot with marinara poured on top or on the side to dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.5, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 20.7, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 2237.3, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 26.2, Protein 39.7

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.

BROCCOLI OLIVE CALZONES



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Enjoy these baked broccoli and olive calzones made using two types of cheese and pizza crust dough - an on-the-go dinner that's perfect for Italian cuisine!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 bag (16-ounce size) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 cup water
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 egg
2/3 cup ricotta cheese
2/3 cup shredded provolone cheese
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (10 ounces each) refrigerated pizza crust dough

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°. Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in broccoli, thyme and garlic salt. Add water. Cook uncovered 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Stir in olives; remove from heat. Mix egg, cheeses and pepper.
  • Press each can of dough into 11-inch square; cut each into 4 squares. Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons cheese mixture on each square to within 1 inch of edge. Top each with a rounded 1/4 cup broccoli mixture. Fold squares diagonally in half; pinch edges.
  • Bake on ungreased cookie sheet 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, brush the calzones with olive oil before baking.
  • To save time, you can use store-bought pizza dough or puff pastry.
  • If you don't have a pizza stone, you can bake the calzones on a greased baking sheet.
  • To make sure the calzones are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, they're done.
  • Serve the calzones with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara, Alfredo, or ranch.

Conclusion:

Broccoli calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as an appetizer. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there's a broccoli calzone for everyone. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give broccoli calzones a try!

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