Make a quick and delicious white chicken quesadilla with broccoli using leftover chicken in about 15–20 minutes. It’s a satisfying weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy.
If you like creamy dishes, this is for you. I had some oat flour tortillas, cream cheese, cooked chicken and broccoli in the fridge, so I whipped up these quesadillas in about 15 minutes. They’re creamy, garlicky and comforting — perfect with a simple salad on the side. This recipe yields enough for two people but scales easily.
White Chicken Quesadilla With Broccoli Ingredients
To make these quesadillas in 15 minutes, gather:
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped (or substitute spinach or kale)
- Cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella for creaminess and melt
- Garlic and scallions for flavor
- Tortillas (gluten-free if desired), olive oil and fresh parsley
How To Make This White Chicken Quesadilla
This recipe is simple and fast.
1. Start by sautéing the broccoli with chopped scallions and a little olive oil for 3–4 minutes until tender but still bright green. Add a pinch of chili flakes if you like heat.
2. In a bowl, combine the sautéed broccoli and scallions with shredded chicken, minced garlic, cream cheese, grated Parmesan, shredded mozzarella and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
3. Divide the filling between two tortillas. Spread the mixture over half of each tortilla, then fold each tortilla in half to form a crescent.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with oil. Toast each quesadilla until golden brown and crisp on both sides and the cheese has melted, about 2–3 minutes per side.
5. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.
What To Eat These With
A fresh green salad pairs perfectly—think lettuce or kale with tomatoes, cucumber, scallions and avocado. You can also serve the quesadillas with sliced avocado, salsa, or your favorite sauce. Adding raw vegetables helps balance the richness of the cheese and cream.
These quesadillas are easy to customize: swap in different greens, add jalapeños for spice, or use your preferred cheeses. Let me know how you make them your own and what you served with them!
White Chicken Quesadilla With Broccoli
Serve this white chicken quesadilla with broccoli along with a salad for a quick, delicious and healthy weeknight dinner the family will enjoy.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded chicken
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp cream cheese
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Parmesan, grated
- 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
- 2 gluten-free tortillas (optional)
Instructions
- Saute the broccoli with the scallions and olive oil for 3–4 minutes. Add chili flakes if desired.
- Combine the sautéed veggies with the chicken, garlic, cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella and parsley in a bowl and mix well.
- Spread half the mixture on one half of a tortilla, fold it in half, and repeat with the second tortilla.
- Toast each quesadilla in a skillet with a little oil until golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Slice into wedges and serve with a green salad or avocado slices.
Notes
You can add jalapeños for heat or swap the greens and cheeses to suit your taste.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2
Serving Size
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 544
Total Fat 30g
Saturated Fat 11g
Trans Fat 0g
Unsaturated Fat 15g
Cholesterol 97mg
Sodium 651mg
Carbohydrates 38g
Fiber 5g
Sugar 3g
Protein 33g
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